Academic Advising (AA) Hold Workshop
Department of Chemistry
First things first!
 If you have questions during the presentation about
registration, please refer back to the Basics of Registration
PowerPoint available on the Chemistry Advising website.
Second things second!
 Did you print out a copy of the AA Hold Worksheet?
 What is your major? Open a PDF or print out a copy of your
Degree Sheet.
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Chemistry B.A.
Chemistry B.A. Biochemistry Emphasis
Chemistry B.A. Heath Professions Emphasis
Chemistry B.S.
Biomedical Sciences B.S.
Medical Technology B.S.
Interdisciplinary Natural Sciences, B.S.
 Ready? Great!
Begin by filling in your current
schedule…
Think about what classes you want to
take next…
 Here are some things to think about:
 Are you on track for your major or do you need to
take summer courses?
 Do you have any Foundations of Knowledge
and Learning (FKL) classes left to take?
 Do you have any Gordon Rule or Foreign Language requirements
left to take?
 Are you planning on pursuing a minor?
 Are you ready to take Upper-Level (U/L), 3000+ courses?
 Are there any other pre-requisites that the pre-health or graduate
school you are planning on attending requires?
First, do you have any FKL’s left to
take?
 Refer back to your DegreeWorks and AA Hold Worksheet.
 If you still have missing requirements in your FKL, you will
want to take a class that completes it.
Finished with FKL’s? You may want to
consider completing a minor!
 Minors Available at USF
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Africana Studies
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Interdisciplinary Classical Civilizations
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Gerontology
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American Studies
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International Studies
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Entrepreneurship
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Anthropology
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Italian
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General Business Administration
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Biomedical Physics
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Mass Communications
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Chemistry
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Mathematics
Educational Foundations & Research Catalog Page
241
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Chinese Language
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Modern Greek Catalog Page 176
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Biomedical Engineering
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Classics Catalog Page 173
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Philosophy Catalog Page 162
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Computer Science
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Communication
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Physics
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General Public Health
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Economics
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Political Science
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Art Catalog Page 300
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English: Creative Writing Catalog Pages 134-135 
Psychology
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Art History Catalog Page 300
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English: English and American Literature Catalog 
Pages 134-135
Public Administration Catalog Page 147
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Dance
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Theatre
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Aerospace Studies
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Leadership Studies
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Military Science
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Naval Science and Leadership
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English: Technical Communication and New
Media Catalog Pages 134-135
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Environmental Policy
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French
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Geography
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Geology
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German Catalog Page 177
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History
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Humanities
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Religious Studies
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Russian
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Sociology
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Spanish
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Women’s Studies Catalog Page 172
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Women’s Studies: Women of Color Catalog
Page 172
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American Sign Language
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Behavioral Healthcare
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Criminology
Most minors are
18 credits of
Upper-Level
courses to help
you meet the 48
requirement.
Not sure if you want to minor? Consider
the suggested and required courses for
the pre-health or graduate school you
are planning on attending.
 For example, USF’s Pharmacy Program requires the following
courses:
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English
Calculus
Statistics
General Chemistry w/Lab
Organic Chemistry w/ Lab
Physics
General Biology w/Lab
Microbiology
 Human Anatomy and Physiology
 Cell or Molecular Biology (upper
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division)
Genetics
General Psychology or Sociology
Economics (Micro or Macro)
Humanities and Arts AND/OR
Behavioral and Social Sciences
 Now is the time to start researching potential programs to
make sure you are prepared.
Now is a good time to jot down any
questions you have on your AA Hold
Is my
Worksheet
schedule
‘da bomb?
Let’s think about the summer…
 This is a time that you can use to catch-up in your major if you are
off track.
 Things to consider…
 Summer terms move at a faster pace than regular semester, so it is
important for you to set yourself up for success by reaching out to the
resources available on campus. (More information at the end of the
PPT)
Fall/Spring = 16 weeks, Summer A&B = 6 weeks, Summer C = 10 weeks
 Biology and Physics courses are offered over Summer C
 Chemistry and Math are in Summer A and B. These two terms are 6
weeks in length. If you need to take a science course in summer A or B, this
should be your only summer activity during this time, if possible.
Time Frame and Set-Up For Summer
Classes
Summer A
6 weeks
Starts on: May 13th Ends on: June 21nd
Summer B
6 weeks
Starts on: July 1st Ends on: August 9th
Summer C
10 Weeks
Starts on: May 13th Ends on: July 19th
On track for your major and want to take
summer classes?
 Ok cool! Things to ask your advisor about if you’re interested
in taking summer courses:
 What if I want to take classes at a school closer to home? How will the courses
transfer back to USF?
 Can I take science courses over the summer? How can that be viewed by prehealth schools?
 What is considered a balanced summer schedule?
 That’s ok! Here are some other activities to get involved with:
 Community service and medical shadowing experience
 Remember it is important to engage in quality experiences. Be sure to
journal your experiences and keep track of contact information.
 Begin preparation for MCAT or other standardized tests you may be taking in
the future based on coursework completed so far
 Create undergraduate research profile and explore opportunities:
http://ur.usf.edu
If you plan on taking Summer courses,
please fill in that portion of your
worksheet now…
Based on your Spring and Summer
Schedule, fill in your Fall 2013
Schedule:
 Rocky based his schedule only on his Spring Semester. He is
not planning on taking summer courses.
Your fall schedule should be
based on the following:
-Your spring & summer
schedule
-Your major/minor
requirements
-The FKL requirements you
have left to complete
-Additional PreHealth/Graduate School
Requirements
We suggest you create
a schedule that consists
of 1 Chemistry
course, a 2nd science
course, a math course,
and an FKL course.
When do you register?
 You will register for both Summer and Fall at the same time.
 Check OASIS for your registration date and time.
 You will also receive a reminder e-mail from the registrar’s office mid-March.
 You can also view your midterm grades in OASIS and any holds that may be on your account
and may prevent you from registering.
 The registration period begins March 25th and your registration date and time is determined
by your earned credit hours and GPA.
Tips for your Advising Meeting
 Remember, you must meet with an advisor during walk-ins or a scheduled
appointment in order to have your AA Hold released before your
registration date/time. Holds will not be removed via e-mail.
 Make sure you bring your AA Hold Worksheet. Your worksheet must be
completed before you can meet with an advisor.
 Note: Walk in advising meetings are only 15 minutes long, if you have
something that you would like to discuss that will take more than 15
minutes, please make a full 30 minute appointment with an advisor on our
eScheduler.
 If the eScheduler is completely booked 2 weeks out, please check our walk-in
calendar.
Stay tuned for additional information!
search-a-bull
 If you are unsure about
which class to take, this is a
great resource to help you
decide.
 Here’s a list of some of the
things you can find on
search-a-bull:
 Prerequisites for a class
 Class name and
description
 Requirements the class
meets (e.g. FKL, Gordon Rule)
FAQ
 What if I am declared the wrong
major in DegreeWorks?
 You can process a “What-If ” degree
sheet to view the requirements of
your desired major. Please see the
following slide for a demonstration.
 Do I have to schedule a meeting
with an advisor to get my hold
lifted?
 Yes, if you are a first year student,
the only way to get your Academic
Advising hold removed is to meet
with an advisor either during a
scheduled appointment or walk-in
hours. We will not remove AA
holds through e-mail.
 Who should I see if I want to
declare a different major outside
of the Chemistry Department?
Who will lift my hold?
 In order to make sure you are
taking the right classes, it is
important for you to meet with the
advisor for the major you wish to
pursue. The advisor will help to
ensure that you are taking an
appropriate schedule for your
intended major and will lift your AA
hold.
How to process a “What If” Degree
Sheet
After you Click “Process
What-If” a degree sheet
will appear that shows
what your DegreeWorks
would look like if you
were declared that major.
Helpful Links
 OASIS Scheduler Tutorial
 Degree Sheets:
 Chemistry B.A.
 Chemistry B.A. Biochemistry Emphasis
 Chemistry B.A. Heath Professions Emphasis
 Chemistry B.S.
 Biomedical Sciences B.S.
 Medical Technology B.S.
 Interdisciplinary Natural Sciences, B.S.
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Still have questions?
 Email us at chemadvise@usf.edu
 Please make sure to include your
full name, major, and U # so
that we may assist you
properly.
- Thank you!