Scheduling and Advising 101

It's that time, y'all. All your upperclassman friends are blowing up your TL about how easy registering for classes was or how terrible registering for classes was or how they don't have classes on Monday, Friday, or any time before noon. And you? You have to wait. Your scheduled time is Friday, and you will be the last to enter into this terrible and wonderful process. You asked quite a few questions about this stuff at orientation, so this is part 1 of 2, and I'll have the second one up on Thursday. Here we go:

Q. How will I register for classes?
A. Here's the official UTC info. Here's some more official UTC info. Here's a handy official FAQ on the subject. Aaaaaaaand here's some instructions. I found all this stuff (and there's more) through the UTC Records Office. (PS: They're also on twitter @UTCRecords - they probably tweet some helpful reminders).

Q. No, really. I'm not gonna click all those links. How do I register for classes?
A. Oh, right. I get it. Short, sweet, easy to understand. Here ya go:

1. Go to MyMocsNet and sign in
2. Go to Academics
3. Under "Registration and Student Records," click "Register, Add or Drop Classes"
4. Select the SP2014 term from the drop down
5. Enter your Alternate PIN
6. Enter the CRNs for the courses you want to have and then click "Submit Changes"

Q. When can we register for Spring 2014 classes?
A. Check your Academics tab in MyMocsNet for something called "Registration Status." If you are a first-year student, you can register on Friday. Check for the exact time. That may vary. Be ready with all the information you need BEFORE your scheduled time.

Q. Where can I get my PIN?
A. From your advisor. You have probably already met with him or her. If you haven't, do it now.

Q. Who's my advisor?
A. Check MyMocsNet to find your advisor. Many first-years are advised through the Center for Advisement and Student Success.

Q. What classes should I register for?
A. You know, that's kind of a big question. I'll handle that in Part Deux of this post on Thursday. For now, look for things like this:


Cheers,

Dr. Y

Will I Really Be Able to Graduate in 4 Years?

It's advising time, so if you haven't made an appointment with your advisor to get your classes set up for next semester, DO IT! And while you're there, consider the answer to the following question:

Will I Really Be Able to Graduate in 4 Years?

Yes, and here's how you do it. Take 15 hours each semester. That's it. Watch this video (which you may have seen at orientation) for more information:


It's not always easy, but it definitely makes a difference. UTC wants you to graduate in 4 years, but let me be one small voice saying you don't have to be so career-focused that you miss out on taking that one course (or two) that really interests you, even if it doesn't "fit" in your chosen major. Take your classes seriously, pursue things that fire you up, and you'll graduate on time. And when you do, we'll be there cheering you on.


Cheers,


Dr. Y