New International Student Orientation – Fall 2013
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Cindy Balero
International Student Program Coordinator
Building #1600 (2nd floor), Room #1658
cbalero@laspositascollege.edu
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Sean Day
International Admissions Specialist
Room #1658
sday@laspositascollege.edu
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Chabot College (CC) - Hayward
Las Positas College (LPC)
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F-1 students may take units at
Chabot College without prior
permission, but they must take
at least 7 units at LPC and be
enrolled in a total of at least
12 units.
Chabot College
Las Positas College
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Founded in 1975 as “Valley Campus” of
Chabot College
Independent College in 1988
Accreditation in 1991
8,500 students (full and part-time)
130 International Students from 35 different
countries (Fall 2012)
New Student Services and Administration
Building (Spring 2013)
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Gilberto Victoria
International Student Counselor
Building #1600 (1st floor)
Email: gvictoria@laspositascollege.edu
Phone: 925.424.1477
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Orientation to LPC
Important Dates
College Academic Expectations
Role of Counseling
U.S. Higher Education System
Program Offerings
ESL Program
Student Services
Important Policies
Registering for Classes
Payment (after arrival)
Assessment Test Results (after arrival)
Comprehension Quiz
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Calendar
 LPC uses the Semester system
(Fall & Spring Semester)
 Each semester is 18 weeks in length
 Classes:
 Day, evening, week-end
 late start (All ESL), fast-track sessions
 online and hybrid courses available (F-1 students: only 1
online class if taking only 12 units)
 Summer sessions are condensed (6 or 8 weeks long)
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Class Schedule (published each term, available online
at:
https://bw6.clpccd.cc.ca.us/pls/OWA_PROD/bzskflib.
P_SelDefTerm )
 Contains:
▪ List of classes offered for a specific term (i.e. Fall
2013)
▪ Registration information
▪ Shading in listings indicates evening classes
▪ Calendar of important deadlines: pay attention to
these!
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August 7 - 9 - New International Student Orientation
August 19 - Full term classes begin
September 2 – Labor Day Holiday (no classes)
September 2- Add or Drop NGR deadline
for full-term courses
September 3 – Late Start classes begin (includes all ESL
classes and PSCN 13)
September 13 – Pass/ No Pass Deadline
October 21 – Fast Track 2nd session classes begin
November 8 – Drop with a “W” deadline
November 11 – Veteran’s Day Holiday (no classes)
November 27 – 30 - Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
December 13 – Last day of instruction
December 14 – 20 -Final Examination Period
ESL 24
Advanced Reading,
6.00 Units
Composition
This is the first semester of a one-year advanced reading and writing
course for academic purposes. Emphasis is on critical reading techniques
and writing expository essays as well as on grammar and vocabulary
development. Prerequisite: ESL 120B and 121B or an appropriate skill level
demonstrated through the ESL assessment process.
College: Las Positas College
Division: DIV I - LPC
English as a Second Language
CRN
Subj
Crse
Sec
Start Date
21241
ESL
121A
LS1
Units
Title
End Date Days
6.00
Interm Writing and
Reading I
Room
Las Positas College
September 3, 2013
December
TR
20, 2013
8:30a 11:50a
L2000
2033
September 3, 2013
December
R
20, 2013
12:00p –
1:00p
L600
600
Instructor(s): JONATHAN BRICKMAN
View textbooks
Times
Campus
Bldg
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M= Monday
T = Tuesday
W= Wednesday
Th or R = Thursday
F = Friday
Sat = Saturday
▪ am = morning
▪ pm = afternoon/ evening
For example, Biology 20, days are listed as “TTh”,
meaning it meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays
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Catalog (published once every 2 years, available online at:
http://www.laspositascollege.edu/students/documents/Catalo
gLPC2012-14.pdf. $4.50 at Bookstore
 Contains:
▪ Course description for all LPC courses
▪ Regulations, policies, and procedures
▪ Certificate, degree, and transfer General Education
requirements
▪ Services available to students
▪ Information on extracurricular activities
▪ List of LPC faculty
▪ College calendar
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You determine your own academic schedule and
manage your own time.
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You are responsible for finding out about deadlines,
graduation and transfer requirements, and for
tracking your own progress.
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Plan on spending 2-3 hours outside of class for every
hour you spend in class (e.g. if you take 12 units, you
will be in class about 12 hours per week; add another
24 - 36 hours per week for study outside of class, for a
total of 36 - 48 hours per week for school).
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Assist students in planning and executing a plan
of study that appropriately reflects the student’s
interest and motivation.
Provide guidance regarding:
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graduation requirements
transfer options
baccalaureate degrees
career planning
personal decision making
and testing
Assist you with personal concerns
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Building #1600
Priority appointments for International Students
You MUST meet with a Counselor in your first
semester.
You SHOULD meet with a Counselor at least
once per semester.
Develop a Student Education Plan (SEP)
Scheduled Appointments/ Drop In
 Drop In – 10-15 minutes
 Appointments – 30 minutes
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No Show Policy – no more appointments for
semester.
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Unit (credit)
Lower/ Upper Division
Prerequisites/ Co-requisites
G.E. (General Education)
Articulation agreements
Class Web (online class registration etc.)
Blackboard (for online classes)
Zonemail (school e-mail account)
Assessment (placement testing)
Master Degree
MA/ MS - 60-90
Units (2+ years)
Bachelor Degree
BA/BS- 60-70 Units
after Transfer (2 years)
Associate Degree AA/AS – 60 Units
(2+ years)
Certificate – 12-30 Units
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Associate of Arts (A.A.)/ Associate of Science
(A.S.) Degrees
Transfer to University
Certificate
Basic Skills (ESL for example).
 Course numbers “100” and above
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Continuing Education
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3.
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Major courses (minimum of 18 units) +
General Education (GE) Pattern of courses +
Elective courses
Minimum of 60 units with grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better.
12 units must be completed at LPC
General Education Pattern for Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree 2012 -2013
http://www.laspositascollege.edu/international/documents/AAGEPage1
2012-2013.pdf
General Education Pattern for Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree 20122013 http://www.laspositascollege.edu/international/documents/ASGEPage12
012-2013.pdf
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California Public Universities
 California State Universities (CSU)
 University of California (UC)
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Out of State Public Universities
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Private Universities
23 campuses
General Education (GE) Breadth Requirements
http://www.laspositascollege.edu/international/document
s/CSUGEFlyer2012-2013.pdf
 60 CSU transferable units (minimum)
 4 Subjects
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Math
Speech Communication
Written Communication
Critical Thinking
2.40 GPA minimum, higher GPA needed for some majors
and colleges
 Some majors (i.e. Nursing) have additional requirements
 Many popular programs are impacted (there are more
applicants than the department can accommodate)
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10 campuses
UC San Francisco = Medical School
Intersegmental General Education Transfer
Curriculum (IGETC)
 http://www.laspositascollege.edu/international/
documents/IGETCGEFlyer2012-2013.pdf
 IGETC also used for private universities and
public universities in other states.
 60 UC transferable units
 GPA of 2.8, a higher GPA will be needed for
certain universities and majors.
 Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) –
UC Davis, Irvine, Merced, Riverside, Santa
Barbara and Santa Cruz
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77 Private Universities in California
LPC has limited articulations with some private
universities in California, and no articulation
agreements with out-of-state universities.
 Private campuses vary in size
 Typically, private institutions have smaller class
sizes than CSU and UC
 Can be very expensive! $$$
 Scholarships may be available for International
students at private universities.
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International Student Program (Room 1658)
 Support and Immigration Advising for F-1
students
 Academic and Personal Concerns
 Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
 Friday – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
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Counseling (Building 1600)
 Academic, Career and Personal Counseling
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Assessment Center (Building 1600)
 English, ESL, Math, Chemistry
 Can test once every 6 months
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Tutorial Center (Building 2400)
 FREE Tutoring in variety of subjects including: English,
Math, Science
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Writing Center (Building 2400)
 20 minute appointments with faculty
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Disability Resource Center (Building 1600)
 Students with disabilities, temporary or permanent
 Learning skills classes
 Accommodations
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Campus Safety and Security (Building 1700)
 Night escort service
 Battery/ Lockouts
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Student Health and Wellness Center (Building 1700)
 Tuberculosis (TB) Testing
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Integrated Learning Center (ILC) (Building 600)
 Math and ESL faculty support
 Lab assignments
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Career and Employment Center
(Building 1600)
 Volunteer Opportunities
 Job seeking strategies
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Transfer Center (Building 1600)
 Meet Admissions Representatives
 Take advantage of student services, especially
Counseling
 Use the Library and Tutorial Center
 Know how to select courses and manage time
 Get to know your instructors (office hours)
 Be an active learner (Sit in one of the first three
rows, take good notes, ask questions)
 Be on time and stay for the entire class
 Read and know the course syllabus
 Bring textbooks and materials to every class
 Get to know other students (join a club)
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Attendance Requirements
 Instructors may drop students who miss:
▪ the first meeting of a course, or
▪ if the student is absent for a total of 4 consecutive or 6
cumulative instructional hours or
▪ 2 consecutive weeks of instruction.
 Excessive Absences, Tardiness and leaving class early
may be into consideration by instructors in assigning
grades.
 Contact Teacher by phone or e-mail if you will be
absent!
Grade
Meaning
%
Grade Value
A
Excellent
90 – 100
4.0 x unit(s)
B
Above Average
80 – 89
3.0 x unit(s)
C
Average
70 – 79
2.0 x unit(s)
D
Barely Passing
60 – 69
1.0 x unit(s)
F
Failure
0 – 59
0.0
P/NP (Pass/ No Pass)
GR – Grade Only
OP – Option for P/NP or GR
 Pass/ No Pass – all Beginner and
Intermediate levels of ESL
 Grade Point Average (GPA) – Minimum
2.0
 Limitation on Unit Load – 18 units
unless you obtain approval from a
Counselor.
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Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 units each
semester (Fall/ Spring)
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Remember 1 unit = 2 hours or more of study time!
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Summer session is optional. Not required to take
classes.
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May take 1 class, or up to 3 units of online courses as
part of your 12 units.
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Hybrid classes do NOT count as online courses.
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Prerequisite
Co-requisite
Strongly recommended: English 1A eligibility
including but not limited to:
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Intro. To Business (BUSN 40)
all Economics courses
Intro. to Marketing (MKTG 50)
General Psychology (PSYC 1)
Fundamental of Speech Communications (SPCH 1)
all Foreign Language (Spanish, French, Italian) courses
many Theater Arts courses
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Required for all International Students during
their 1st semester.
1 unit class – Mondays 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
The course is designed to assist you in:
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Gaining a better understanding of the U.S. Education System
Transitioning to higher education
Becoming familiar with Las Positas College Student Services
Gaining an understanding of U.S. American Culture
Have opportunity to meet with a Counselor once
a week – great opportunity!
 Use Class Web or The ZONE
 Username = Student ID (ie
W10700712)
 Password = Date of birth MMDDYY
format (ie if Lady Gaga’s birthday is
March 28, 1986, then her password is
032886)
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Video Tutorial at:
http://www.laspositascollege.edu/counse
ling/media/AddingClasses/adding_classe
s.html
(click on “CC” box for “closed caption”
spoken text)
1.
Attend the class on the first class session if you are
still on the waitlist! Added by position on waitlist first,
then “drop ins” by priority number.
2.
Obtain an "Add Authorization Number" from the
instructor (a four digit number i.e. “1234”. If seating is
available, instructors will add students BY PRIORITY
according to the last 4 digits of the student’s priority
number, highest number first
3.
Enter your four digit "Add Authorization Number"
online via CLASS-Web or The ZONE in the
registration menu at www.laspositascollege.edu
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Put yourself on the waitlist if available
Check your spot on Class Web or The Zone
Students added as vacancies become available in
order on the waitlist
You will be notified by Zonemail if your spot
becomes available
72 hours to register
Link your personal e-mail account to Zonemail!
Waitlist Video Tutorial at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F998Wg0bNv
I&hd=1
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Used to determine Registration dates for
Continuing students, and adding into classes.
New students have NO priority number!
Based on number of units completed and
whether a students has completed the following
Matriculation components:
1. Assessment
2. Orientation
3. Counselor Contact
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Can check Priority Number on Class Web
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Students are permitted to drop courses
online via CLASS-Web or The ZONE in the
registration menu.
The “No Grade of Record (NGR)" deadline is
September 2, 2013 for full-term courses, later
for Late- Start Classes (like ESL).
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Linking your Zonemail account to your
Personal E-mail account.
Instructions on page 11 of the Fall 2013 Class
Schedule
http://myportal.clpccd.cc.ca.us/cp/home/disp
laylogin
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Online classes
Messages from instructors
Login in:
 Username: Student ID number - W10707137
 Password: First two (2) letters of your first name
followed by the first two (2) letters of your last
name followed by the last four (4) numbers of
your Student ID number. laga7137
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Tuition - $289 per unit
12 units = $3,499
Books – expect to pay approximately $400 per
semester
Materials fees (for some classes) +
Student Health Center - $17 per semester
Student Representation Fee - $1 per semester
Mailing Fee - $3 per semester
Associated Students Fee - $10 per semester
Other Fees:
 Parking Permit - $30 per semester (if applicable)
 Student Insurance – expect to pay about $300 per
semester
Pay today in Admissions and Records -Building
#1600 if you can, either for units you have
registered for OR for 12 units ($3,499)
 Due by August 31, 2013
 Payment is due immediately for any class added
after August 31 deadline
 Pay online with U.S. credit/ debit card
 Pay in International Student Program Office
(Building 1600) or Admissions and Records
Office (Building 1600) with cash, check, money
order.
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Advantages
Avoid being dropped from classes
Monthly Payment Plan
Easy online enrollment via CLASS-Web
Flexible payment options
No interest
Payments due on the 5th of the month
Sign up by
Required Down Number of
Payment
Payments
Months of
Payments
June 3
None
5
June - October
June 20
10%
4
July-October
July 22
25%
3
August October
August 21
40%
2
September &
October
August 29 *
payment on
20th of month
40%
2
September &
October
e-Cashier available May 1, 2013
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Cost to Participate
$20 subscriber fee per semester
$25 returned payment fee if a payment is
returned
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Simple Steps to Enroll
Go to http://www.laspositascollege.edu
Choose CLASS-Web under "Current Students"
Sign on to CLASS-Web
Click on the e-Cashier link located on the "Pay
Fees Online / Registration Fee Assessment" page
 Cheating
 Plagiarism
 Use of Duplicate Work
Cheating
 Act of obtaining or attempting to obtain
credit for academic work through the use of
dishonest, deception or fraudulent means
including forgery.
 Giving or attempting to give aid that is not
authorized by the instructor
Plagiarism
 Taking the words or substance of another and
either copying or paraphrasing the work
without giving credit to the source (through
footnotes, quotation marks, or reference
citations).
Duplicate Use of Written Work
 multiple students submitting identical or
substantially similar work
 Submitting identical or substantially similar
work to multiple courses without the
permission of the instructors.
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Faculty members will report suspected
instances of academic dishonesty to the Dean
of Student Services. Actions can be taken to
expel or place you on probation.
Suspension or expulsion from LPC may result
in a violation of your F-1 status!
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Severe Deficit in Public Education
Forced to cut some sections of classes
Many classes are full
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But…..
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Will be much easier next semester as you
have early registration date as Continuing
students.
Priority Number will also help
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CELSA – 33%
Writing – 66%
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Final ESL Placement: ___
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Recommended Classes
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am = morning
pm = afternoon/evening
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You CAN change your schedule if you wish to
enroll in a different section.
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Consider taking classes at night
Add yourself to waitlist – check Zonemail
Go to the first class!
Tell the instructor that you are a NEW
International Student with F-1 visa status –
may help with some teachers
Don’t panic – it usually turns out ok!
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Only for students who have placed in:
 ESL 2B (High Intermediate), 3A, or 3B (Advanced)
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Building #1600
Other students may have drop in counseling
Scheduled appointments begin 2 weeks after
the start of the semester
Start 
The Department of Homeland Security requires
that F-1 international students complete at
least how many units each Fall and Spring
semester?
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A. 12
B. 9
C. 6
D. 3
The Department of Homeland Security requires
that F-1 international students complete at
least how many units each Fall and Spring
semester?
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A. 12
B. 9
C. 6
D. 3
According to the presentation, about how
many hours per week should you devote to
your homework and assignments outside of
classroom time?
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A. 20 hours per week
B. 10-15 hours for each hour spent in class
C. 5-6 hours for each hour spent in class
D. 2-3 hours for each hour spent in class
According to the presentation, about how
many hours per week should you devote to
your homework and assignments outside of
classroom time?
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A. 20 hours per week
B. 10-15 hours for each hour spent in class
C. 5-6 hours for each hour spent in class
D. 2-3 hours for each hour spent in class
If you do not attend the first day of a class in which
you are enrolled, the instructor has the authority
to:
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A. report you to the International Student
Program office.
B. send you an email asking why you weren’t in
class.
C. give your seat in the class to another student
who wants to take the class.
D. call your parents.
If you do not attend the first day of a class in which
you are enrolled, the instructor has the authority
to:
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A. report you to the International Student
Program office.
B. send you an email asking why you weren’t in
class.
C. give your seat in the class to another
student who wants to take the class.
D. call your parents.
The minimum number of transferable semester
units required to transfer as an upper-division
student to either a CSU or a UC campus is:
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A. 45
B. 60
C. 70
D. 90
The minimum number of transferable semester
units required to transfer as an upper-division
student to either a CSU or a UC campus is:
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A. 45
B. 60
C. 70
D. 90
The minimum GPA required for international
students to apply to the UC system is:
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A. 4.0
B. 2.8
C. 2.4
D. 3.5
The minimum GPA required for international
students to apply to the UC system is:
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A. 4.0
B. 2.8
C. 2.4
D. 3.5
Which LPC publication would you use to find
detailed information about LPC courses, such
as a detailed course description, prerequisites,
transferability, and the number of units the
course is worth?
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A. Yearbook
B. Textbook
C. Catalog
D. International Student Handbook
Which LPC publication would you use to find
detailed information about LPC courses, such
as a detailed course description, prerequisites,
transferability, and the number of units the
course is worth?
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A. Yearbook
B. Textbook
C. Catalog
D. International Student Handbook
Which LPC publication includes class meeting
days, times, and location?
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A. Catalog
B. International Student Handbook
C. Class Schedule
D. IGETC handout
Which LPC publication includes class meeting
days, times, and location?
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A. Catalog
B. International Student Handbook
C. Class Schedule
D. IGETC handout
Refer to the IGETC Requirements on page 43 of
the LPC Catalog. How many courses are
required for Area 3: Arts and Humanities?
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A.9
B. 3
C. 2
D. 1
Refer to the IGETC Requirements on page 43 of
the LPC Catalog. How many courses are
required for Area 3: Arts and Humanities?
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A.9
B. 3
C. 2
D. 1
Look at the LPC Catalog. Find the course
MATH 1, Calculus. What is the prerequisite for
this course?
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A. MATH 20
B. MATH 36
C. MATH 65
D. ENG 1A
Look at the LPC Catalog. Find the course
MATH 1, Calculus. What is the prerequisite for
this course?
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A. MATH 20
B. MATH 36
C. MATH 65
D. ENG 1A
Mickey Mouse is a new student at LPC. His LPC
ID number is W10701737. His birthday is
November 18, 1928. What is Mickey’s Classweb
Password?
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A. mimo1737
B. 111828
C. momi1928
D. 192818
Mickey Mouse is a new student at LPC. His LPC
ID number is W10701737. His birthday is
November 18, 1928. What is Mickey’s Classweb
Password?
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A. mimo1737
B. 111828
C. momi1928
D. 192818
Mickey Mouse is a new student at LPC. His LPC
ID number is W10701737. His birthday is
November 18, 1928. What is Mickey’s
Blackboard Password?
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A. mimo1737
B. 111828
C. momi1928
D. 192818
Mickey Mouse is a new student at LPC. His LPC
ID number is W10701737. His birthday is
November 18, 1928. What is Mickey’s
Blackboard Password?
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A. mimo1737
B. 111828
C. momi1928
D. 192818
You are writing an essay on the global economic
crisis for your class. You find an excellent article
online. You copy and paste the article into your
essay. You do not cite the source of the article or
use quotation marks around the material you got
online. What act of academic dishonesty is this?
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A. Tampering
B. Plagiarism
C. Fabrication
D. Assisting
You are writing an essay on the global economic
crisis for your class. You find an excellent article
online. You copy and paste the article into your
essay. You do not cite the source of the article or
use quotation marks around the material you got
online. What act of academic dishonesty is this?
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A. Tampering
B. Plagiarism
C. Fabrication
D. Assisting
You and your friend are enrolled in the same class. You
are doing quite well in it, but she is struggling, and you
want to help her. Which of the following would NOT be
considered appropriate by the college:
A. Encourage her to meet with the teacher after class or
during office hours to help her understand the
assignment.
 B. Encourage her to seek tutoring to help her with the
assignments.
 C. Talk with her about the assignments yourself to help her
understand them, but do not give her your homework to
copy.
 D. Give a copy of your homework assignment to her.
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You and your friend are enrolled in the same class. You
are doing quite well in it, but she is struggling, and you
want to help her. Which of the following would NOT be
considered appropriate by the college:
A. Encourage her to meet with the teacher after class or
during office hours to help her understand the
assignment.
 B. Encourage her to seek tutoring to help her with the
assignments.
 C. Talk with her about the assignments yourself to help
her understand them, but do not give her your
homework to copy.
 D. Give a copy of your homework assignment to her.
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End of Quiz
The End…
or just the beginning?