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Fall 2014 - Summer 2015 Academic Advising Center Thurgood Marshall Library

Lower Level, Suite 082 301-860-4072

The Freshman Guide:

Academic Advising Handbook


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Table of Contents

Academic Calendar (fall 2014 – summer 2015) ..................................................................................................... 2

Campus Directory – Frequently dialed numbers.................................................................................................... 4

Academic Advising Center .............................................................................................................................................. 5

Student Resources .......................................................................................................................................................... 11

Academic Schools… ........................................................................................................................................................ 13

Academic Majors ................................................................................................................................................ 14

General Education Requirements ................................................................................................................ 16

Bulldog Connection ........................................................................................................................................................ 17

How to Register for Classes ............................................................................................................................ 17

Campus Map

Bowie State University BULLDOGS!!


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ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2014 - 2015

FALL SEMESTER 2014

September 2…………………………………… First Day of Classes (Regular & 1st Eight Week Session)

September 2-8……………………………….. Late Registration

September 8…………………………………… Last Day to Add/Drop, or Register for Class

September 15…………………………………. President’s State of the University Fall Convocation

October 20 – 24……………………………….Mid -Term Evaluation for Undergraduates

October 28…………………………………….. Mid-Term Grades for Undergraduates Due by 5 p.m.

November 7…………………………………… Last Day to Drop with Grade of “W” or Change from Credit to Audit

November 10 – 14…………………………..Winter/Spring 2015 Advisement Week (Undergraduates)

November 17……………………………….. .Winter/Spring 2015 Registration Opens

November 27-28……………………………. Thanksgiving Recess- University Closes on Wednesday, November 26th at 5 pm

December 1 …………………………………….Classes Resume

December 10…………………………………. Last Day of Classes for Non Graduating Students

December 11…………………………………. Reading Day

December 12-18.………………………….. Fall 2014 Final Examinations for Non Graduating Students

WINTER SESSION 2015

January 5……………………………………….. University Reopens

January 5……………………………………….. Winter Session Classes Begin

January 5 & 6 ………………………………….Winter Session Late Registration

January 9………………………………………… Last Day to Withdraw from Winter Session

January 19………………………………………..Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (No Classes)

January 23………………………………………. Last Day of Winter Classes

January 26………………………………………. Final Winter Grades Must Be Entered by 5 pm

*All dates are subject to change


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SPRING SEMESTER 2015

January 26…………………………………….….First Day of Classes (Regular and 1st Eight Week Session)

January 26 -30………………………………….Late Registration (fee assessed)

January 30………………………………………..Last Day to Add/Drop, or Register for Classes Starting on 1/26

February 11……………………………………. Spring 2015 Convocation

March 16 - 20………………….……………… Mid-Term Evaluation for Undergraduates

March 23-27………………………………….. .Spring Break

March 30………………………………………….Classes Resume

April 6 – 10……………………………………… Advisement Week (Undergraduates)

April 10…………………………………………… Last Day to Withdraw with (W) or Change From Credit to Audit

April 13…………………………………………….Founder’s Day

April 13…………………………………………….Summer/Fall 2015 Registration Begins

May 6…………………………………………….. Last Day of Classes

May 7…………………………………………….. Reading Day

May 8 – 14…………………………………….. Final Exams for Continuing Students

SUMMER SEMESTERS 2015

Session I……………………………………… June 1 – July 2 5 weeks

Session II……………………………………. July 6 – August 7 5 weeks

Session III…………………………………… June 1 – August 7 10 weeks

June 1 ………………………………………… Session I and III Classes Begin

June 3 ………………………………………… Last Day to Drop/Add for Session I and III

June 12………………………………………… Last Day to Withdraw from Session I

July 2 ………………………………………… Session I Classes End

July 6 ……………………………………….. Session II Classes Begin

July 6…………………………………………… Last Day to Drop/Add for Session II

July 3……………………………………………. 4th of July Holiday Observed

July 17………………………………………….. Last Day to Withdraw from Sessions II and III

August 7…………………………………….. Session II and III Classes End


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Campus Directory – Frequently Dialed Numbers

Campus Information…………………………………………….301-860-4000

Academic Affairs………………………………………………….301-860-3460

Academic Advising Center……………………………………301- 860-4072

Admissions (Undergraduate)……………………………….301-860-3415

Alumni Relations………………………………………………….301-860-3939

Athletics……………………………………………………………….301-860-3570

Bookstore……………………………………………………………301-860-4350

Bowie Card – Student Identification Card……………301-860-3795

Career Services……………………………………………………301-860-3825

Campus Safety/Police.………………………………………..301-860-4040

Commuter Affairs & Community Services…………..301-860-3809

DIT Help Desk (Email, Logon Info.)………………………301-860-4085

Disability Support Services…………………………………..301-860-4067

Financial Aid…………………………………………………………301-860-3540

Health & Wellness Center……………………………………301-860-4170

Honors Program………………………………………………….301-860-4090

Housing & Residence Life…………………………………….301-860-5000

Intramural & Recreational Sports---------------------301-860-3812

Library………………………………………………………………….301-860-3850

New Student Operations……………………………………..301-860-3837

Office of the Registrar/FERPA……………………………..301-860-3730/3835

Office of Student Life…………………………………………..301-860-3796

Student Government Association (SGA)………………301-860-3796

Student Accounts………………………………………………..301-860-3490

TTY……………………………………………………………………….301-860-4000

Dr. Mickey L. Burnim President Henry Administration Building 301-860-3555 Dr. Weldon Jackson Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs Henry Administration Building 301-860-3460 Tammi L. Thomas Chief of Staff Henry Administration Building Dr. Karl Brockenbrough Vice President for Administration and Finance Henry Administration Building 301-860-3470 Dr. Artie Travis Vice President for Student Affairs & Campus Life Henry Administration Building 301-860-3390 Dr. Richard Lucas, Jr. Vice President for Institutional Advancement Henry Administration Building 301-860-4303 Ms. Karen Johnson Shaheed Executive Vice President and General Counsel Henry Administration Building 301-860-3555 Athletic Director James Gym 301-860-3571 Ms. Cassandra M. Robinson Director of University Relations & Marketing Henry Administration Building 301-860-3555 Mr. E. Wayne Rose Vice President for Information Technology Marshall Library 301-860-3957


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The Academic Advising Center (AAC) is committed to assisting students with identifying and completing their educational goals in a friendly, helpful, and professional environment. The Center's professional advisors deliver services to all students at the University, but focus primarily on academic advising and retention of first and second year students.

Successful academic advising occurs when the student, advising specialist, retention coordinators and faculty work together as partners with the shared responsibility of facilitating successful academic matriculation toward graduation. Students are encouraged to identify a program of study that is consistent with their life and career goals. AAC's staff is committed to the success of all students.

Academic Advising Center Staff:

Yvette C. Galloway, EdD Director of Academic Advising – 301-860-4074

Kortnee Brown, B.S. Administrative Assistant – 301-860-4072

Gloria Alexander, M.A. Coordinator of Probationary & At-Risk Student Services – 301-860-4065

Dorsha Goodman, M.A. Coordinator of Freshman Advising & Sophomore Milestones – 301-860-4068

Allen Mosley, M.S. Coordinator of Advising for Athletes & Special Populations- 301-860-4069

ACADEMIC ADVISING CENTER Thurgood Marshall Library – Lower Level ● Suite 082 ● Ph: 301-860-4072 ● Fax: 301-860-4086

mailto:[email protected]






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ACADEMIC ADVISING at BSU

The academic advising team is committed to providing comprehensive advising services to students enrolled at Bowie State University. Academic advising provides each student an opportunity to develop an academic plan that meets personal and career goals. All undergraduate students are required meet with an academic advisor prior to enrolling in classes each semester. The AAC advises students having completed less than 60 credit hours. Students must meet with a departmental advisor in seeking advisement with 60 or more credits. Students majoring in Computer Science, English, Nursing and Social Work are advised by departmental faculty. Freshmen who are undecided about a major will meet with an advisor in the AAC. Academic advising specialists and the Career Development Center will assist students with declaring a major by their sophomore year.

Academic Advisor Responsibilities: • Provide accurate information about major requirements to include general education and core

classes. • Serve as a link to the campus community to familiarize students with campus resources. • Assist students with high school to college transitional concerns. • Assist students in identifying and assessing goals and objectives as part of developing an

academic plan. • Provide registration information and advice regarding course selection appropriate to

the student’s academic plan. • Assist students with tracking progress towards graduation through the use of the Degree

Progress and/or Academic Requirements report. Student Responsibilities:

• Become knowledgeable about academic policies, procedures and requirements - including general education and major requirements by reviewing the online Undergraduate Catalog.

• Check your campus email account at least once a day and keep an open line of communication with your professors and advisor.

• Know your BSU student ID number. • Know how to use your Degree Progress Report to understand your progress towards satisfying

graduation requirements. • Meet with an advisor at least once every semester; arrive on time; be prepared to talk about your academic plan; bring a list of questions and your D e g r e e R e q u i r e m e n t s R e p o r t . • Understand campus resources and proactively seek assistance as needed. • Take responsibility for your choices and overall academic experience.

Academic Advising Appointments iCAN During peak registration periods, March – April and October – November, students must make an appointment to meet with an academic advisor. The AAC advises students having earned less than 60 credits with the exception of the following majors: Nursing, Social Work, Computer Science and English. Students within the exception will meet with a departmental advisor within their major. How to make and advising appointment: .

1. Select “My BSU” from BSU’s home page www.bowiestate.edu

2. Select “Blackboard” and log in. 3. Select “iCAN” in upper right corner. 4. Select your name on blue menu bar in right

corner. 5. Enter your email address and appointment

reminder preferences and then click “submit”. 6. Select “Services” from blue menu bar and then

select “Academic Advising Center”.

7. Select “Schedule online” and system will randomly select first available advisor OR scroll down, choose an advisor and select “Schedule online” next to advisors name.

8. Select your preferred appointment date on calendar to the left (available dates in bold). Available appointment slots will appear. Choose a time.

9. Enter the reason for your visit and click “submit”. 10. You will receive an email confirmation and appt.

reminders in accordance to your profile preference.

http://www.bowiestate.edu/admissions/dadvisors/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/


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Advising Services – Academic Recovery

If you find yourself in academic trouble, do not despair; you can recover. The Academic Advising Center offers a variety of academic recovery programs to assist students who are on Academic Warning, Probation or Conditionally Admitted to Bowie State University (BSU). The AAC website provides a wealth of information on support programs, workshops and additional resources available to support student success. What Is Academic Recovery?

Academic Recovery is for students who do not meet BSU’s Satisfactory Performance. Students must design and implement a comprehensive plan leading to satisfactory academic performance. Satisfactory Performance is a cumulative grade point average of 2.00. What Is An Academic Recovery Plan? An Academic Recovery Plan (ARP) outlines the student’s academic goals for the semester, as well as specific steps that will facilitate academic success. Students are highly encouraged to be committed to their ARP. In order for your Academic Recovery Plan to be a successful one, you must first identify the factors that caused you to perform unsatisfactorily. Make the necessary changes. Know the grades you need to obtain to raise your GPA and actively participate in the Academic Advising Center’s Recovery Programs. Academic Recovery Plans include:

Emerging Learners – 2nd Semester Freshman on Academic Warning

Knowledge Enrichment Through Educational Programming (K.E.E.P.) – Students on Academic Probation

Immediate Steps to take for Students on Academic Warning or Probation:

• Retake failed courses • Register for no more than 13 credits • Meet with an Academic Advisor • Meet with your Financial Aid Counselor

Conditionally Admitted Students: • Register for no more than 13 credits • Meet with an Academic Advisor within the first week of the semester • Visit the tutoring center • Study two hours outside of class for every hour scheduled in class.

Online Resources:

The AAC provides online support through Student Lingo, an on-demand series of Student Success workshops that are available 24/7. Student Lingo engages students in interactive workshops on time-management, stress management, and provides a number of academic skills techniques that facilitate their transition to college. This resource is available to all students attending BSU and highly recommended for students who are experiencing academic difficulty.


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Choices of Successful Students

SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS….. STRUGGLING STUDENTS…

1. ….accept personal responsibility, seeing themselves as the primary cause of their outcomes and experience.

1. ….see themselves as victims, believing

that what happens to them is determined primarily by external forces such as fate, luck, and powerful others.

2. ….discover self-motivation, finding purpose in their lives by discovering personally meaningful goals and dreams.

2. ….have difficulty sustaining motivation,

often feeling depressed, frustrated, and/or resentful about a lack of direction in their lives.

3. ….master self-management, Consistently planning and taking purposeful action in pursuit of their goals and dreams.

3. .…seldom identify specific actions

needed to accomplish a desired outcome…and when they do, they tend to procrastinate.

4. ….employ interdependence, Building mutually supportive relationships that help them achieve their goals and dream (while helping others do the same).

4. .. ….are solitary, seldom requesting, even

rejecting, offers of assistance from those who could help.

5. ….gain self-awareness, consciously employing behaviors, beliefs, and attitudes that keep them on course.

5. …..make important choices

unconsciously, being directed by self-sabotaging habits and outdated life scripts.

6. ….adopt lifelong learning, finding valuable lessons and wisdom in nearly every experience they have.

6. ….resist learning new ideas and skills, v viewing learning as fearful or boring rather t that a mental play.

7. ….develop emotional intelligence, Effectively manages their emotion in support of their goals and dreams.

7. ….live at the mercy of strong emotions

such as anger, depression, anxiety, or a need for instant gratification.

8. ….believe in themselves, seeing themselves as being capable, lovable, and unconditionally worthy human beings.

8. ….doubt their competence and personal

value, feeling inadequate to create their desired outcomes and experiences.

Downing, S. (2013). On Course: Study Skills Plus Edition. Wadsworth Pub Co.


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Differences between High School and College

FOLLOWING THE RULES IN HIGH SCHOOL CHOOSING RESPONSIBLY IN COLLEGE Your time is structured by others. You manage your own time.

You can count on parents and teachers to remind you of your responsibilities and priorities.

You must balance your responsibilities and set your own priorities.

Each day you proceed from one class directly to

another, spending six hours each day—30 hours a week—in class.

Schedules tend to look lighter than they really are. You often have hours between classes; class times vary

throughout the day and evening; and you spend only 12 to 18 hours of each week in class.

You are not responsible for knowing what it takes to graduate.

Graduation requirements are complex and differ among majors. You are expected to know those that

apply to you.

GOING TO HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES

SUCCEEDING IN COLLEGE CLASSES

The school year is 36 weeks long; most classes extend over both semesters.

The academic year is divided into two separate 15-

week terms, plus a week for exams. Most classes last one term.

Classes generally have no more than 35 students. Classes may vary from 20 to 100 students.

You may study outside class for only a few hours a week, and this may be mostly last-minute test

preparation.

A recent study shows successful students study at least 15 hours per week. Studying includes any time spent on classes such as tutoring, meetings with instructors

and review sessions.

You seldom need to read anything more than once, and sometimes listening in class is enough.

You need to review class notes and text material

regularly.

You are expected to read short assignments that are

then discussed and often re-taught.

You are assigned substantial amounts of reading and writing which may not be directly addressed in class.

TESTS IN HIGH SCHOOL TESTS IN COLLEGE

Testing is frequent and covers small amounts of

material.

Testing is usually infrequent and may be cumulative, covering large amounts of material. You, not the

professor, need to organize the material to prepare for the test. A particular course may have only two or

three tests per term.

Make-up tests are often available. Make-up tests are seldom an option; if they are, you need to request them.

Teachers frequently conduct review sessions, pointing out the most important concepts.

Professors rarely offer review sessions, and when they do they expect you to be an active participant, prepared

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Differences between High School and College

HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS COLLEGE PROFESSORS

Teachers check your completed homework.

Professors may not always check completed homework but they will assume you have done it and expect you

to perform the same tasks on tests.

Teachers approach you if they believe you need assistance.

Professors are usually open and helpful but most

expect you to initiate contact if you need assistance.

Teachers are trained in methods to share knowledge with students.

Professors have been trained as expects in their field and vary in their teaching methods.

Teachers provide you with information you missed when you were absent.

Professors expect you to get any missed notes from

classmates.

Teachers present material to help you understand the material in the textbook.

Professors may not follow the textbook. They may

give illustrations, provide background information or discuss research about the topic you are studying. You are expected to relate textbook readings to the class.

Teachers often write information on the board to be copied into your notes.

Professors may lecture nonstop, expecting you to

identify the important points in your notes. Good notes are a must.

Teachers often take time to remind you of assignments and due dates.

Professors expect you to read, save and consult the

course syllabus. The syllabus spells out exactly what is expected of you, when assignments are due and how

you will be graded.

Teachers carefully monitor class attendance

Professors may not formally take roll, but they are still likely to know whether or not you attended.

Teachers impart knowledge and facts, sometimes drawing direct connections and leading you through

the thinking process.

Professors expect you to think about and synthesize

seemingly unrelated topics. GRADES IN HIGH SCHOOL GRADES IN COLLEGE

Grades are given for most assigned work. Grades may not be provided for all assigned work.

Consistently good homework grades may raise your overall grade when test grades are low.

Grades on tests and papers usually provide most of the course grade. Courses may only have two or three tests

or assignments.

You may graduate if you have passed all required courses with a D or higher.

You may graduate only if your grade point average in classes meets major and university requirements of a

minimum of C (2.0).

Your first test grades, especially when they are low, may not have an adverse effect on your final grade.

Watch out for your first test. These are usually “wake-up calls” to let you know what is expected, but they

may also account for a substantial part of your course grade.

Adapted from Towson University (http://www.towson.edu/academicadvising/documents/0712.017_Freshman_Guide8.10.pdf)


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Student Resources - Tutoring

THE PRISEM CENTER 301-860-3999 The PRISEM Center provides support for undergraduate students and limited services for graduate students. The center’s staff works closely with faculty to help students overcome challenges in the classroom.

• One-on-one peer tutoring Biology/Chemistry/Computer Science/English/French/ Physics/Psychology/Spanish and More

• Small Group Tutoring

PRISEM Tutoring Center Computer Science Building, Room 107 Walk-In Only: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - Friday Appointment Only: 6-9 p.m. Monday – Friday Saturday, By Appointment Only: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Services Include: • One-on-One Peer Tutoring • Small Group Tutoring • Long-Term Tutoring • Subject-Specific Tutoring • Self-Tutorial Materials • Faculty Office Hours • Space for Study Sessions • Test Review Sessions • Aptitude Exam Prep Resources for Tests, such as the GRE. GMAT AND LSAT • Study Skills Workshops and more!

MATH 301-860-3373

Computer Science Building Math Lab Computer Science Building, Room 116 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday - Friday • One-on-One Peer Tutoring in MATH 099

Thurgood Marshall Library Math Lab Lower-level, Room 090A 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday – Friday 301-860-3373 • One-on-One Peer Tutoring Available in College Math Courses

ENGLISH - READING - WRITING 301-860-3676

Smith Vidal Literacy and Language Center Martin Luther King Jr. Communication Arts Center Room 251

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday

• One-on-One Peer Tutoring • BSU English Proficiency Examination Support • Writing Workshops

BUSINESS TUTORING CENTER (301 860-3621

BUSINESS TUTORING CENTER Center for Business and Graduate Studies Rooms #3208 / 3010

8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday

Services include; Accounting /Economics/Finance SMARTHINKING – Online Tutoring currently provides online support in a variety of subjects http://www.smarthinking.com/static/pub_common/hours.cfm?st=1

SMARTHINKING 24 hours/7 days per week online Provides tutoring in the following subjects:

Basic Math Skills, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Calculus II, Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physics Human Anatomy & Physiology Accounting, Statistics, Economics, Introductory Finance, Advanced Statistics, Writing and Spanish

http://www.smarthinking.com/static/pub_common/hours.cfm?st=1


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Student Resources

Testing Center University Testing Services (UTS) coordinates and administers placement testing and the English Proficiency Examination. All first-time freshmen and transfer students who have not completed their English, Reading, and Mathematics requirements are required to take placement examinations prior to registering for classes. Performance on the placement examinations determine the courses in which students must enroll. All students, including first-time adult learners, must register for the courses in which they are placed.

The English Proficiency Examination is a graduation requirement which must be satisfied by all students receiving a bachelor’s degree from the University. Native and transfer students should take the examination upon completion of English 101 and English 102. However, transfer students who completed their English requirement at another university should take the examination during their first semester of enrollment at Bowie State University.

University Testing Services is located in the Center for Learning and Technology, Suite 302. Please feel free to visit the office and/or call us at 301-860-3295. Disability Support Services

The mission of Disability Support Services (DSS) is to ensure that students with disabilities have full access to all programs and services at Bowie State University. The office coordinates services that directly impact students who have documented disabilities. These services are provided to individuals based on their specific disabilities. Services consist of, but are not limited to, notifying professors of recommended accommodations for courses, extended time on tests, note takers, scribes and readers, taped texts, alternative testing and sign language interpreters. Additional services include consultation with professors, physicians, psychologists, other medical specialists and vocational rehabilitation referrals.

Additionally, DSS houses the ADA Resource Center which is an adaptive technology lab located in the Thurgood Marshall Library, Lower-level, RM. 092-E. Disability Support Services is committed to providing a supportive and accessible environment with the latest adaptive technology and software for students with disabilities. Proper use of adaptive technology supports student success and meets a range of academic needs. The DSS office is located in the Thurgood Marshall Library, lower-level, rooms 078 and 079.

Disability Support Services Staff

Michael Hughes, Ed.D Special Needs Advisor and Coordinator for Disability Support Services 301-860-4067 Victor Gittens, M.Sc. Special Needs Advisor and Technology Specialist for Disability Support Services 301-860-4085

Career Development Center The Career Development Center provides career planning, job search assistance, and programs to assist students and alumni in making meaningful career, educational, and life choices. Whether you are just beginning to explore careers, are searching for internships and cooperative education positions, are applying to graduate school, or preparing for a job search, we are here to help. The office is located in the New Student Center, 3rd floor, Suite 3007. Office hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Walk-in services are available on Wednesday’s from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm.




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Academic Schools & Majors COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES – DR. GEORGE ACQUAAH, DEAN

• Department of Communications • Department of Computer Sciences • Department of English and Modern Languages • Department of Fine and Performing Arts • Department of History and Government • Department of Mathematics • Department of Military Science • Department of Natural Science

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS – DR. ANTHONY NELSON, DEAN

• Department of Accounting, Finance, and Economics • Department of Management Information Systems • Department of Management, Marketing, and Public Administration

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION – DR. TRAKI TAYLOR-WEBB, DEAN

• Department of Counseling • Department of Educational Leadership • Department of Teaching, Learning, and Professional Development

COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES – DR. JEROME SCHIELE, DEAN

• Department of Behavioral Sciences and Human Services • Department of Nursing • Department of Psychology • Department of Social Work

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/colleges/arts/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/communications/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/comp_sci/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/english/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/dfpa/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/history/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/math/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/mil_science/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/natural/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/colleges/business/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/afed/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/mis/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/mgmt_mkt/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/colleges/Education/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/counseling/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/edu_leadership/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/teaching/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/colleges/ProfessionalStudies/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/behavioral/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/nursing/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/psych/

http://www.bowiestate.edu/academics/departments/social/


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Academic Majors

Majors Concentration Department

Biology (BS) none Natural Sciences Bio Informatics (BS) none Natural Sciences

Science Education (BS) Biology Natural Sciences

Chemistry Natural Sciences Physics Natural Sciences

Business Administration (BS)

Accounting Accounting, Finance, &

Econ

Banking & Finance Accounting, Finance, &

Econ

Economics Accounting, Finance, &

Econ Business Information Systems Mgt Information Systems

General Business Mgt, Marketing, & Pub

Admin

Management Mgt, Marketing, & Pub

Admin

Marketing Mgt, Marketing, & Pub

Admin Child & Adolescent Studies (BA, BS)

none Behav Sciences & Hum

Services

Communication Media (BA, BS)

Broadcast Journalism Communication Emerging Media Communication Print Journalism Communication Public Relations Communication

Computer Science (BS) none Computer Science Computer Technology (BS) none Computer Science

Criminal Justice (BA, BS)

Community-Based Corrections Behav Sciences & Hum

Services

Forensic Science Behav Sciences & Hum

Services

Social Justice Behav Sciences & Hum

Services Early Childhood/Special Education

(BS) none Teach, Learn, & Profess

Develop Elementary Education (BS)

none Teach, Learn, & Profess

Develop

English

Creative Writing (BA) English & Modern

Languages

Language and Literature (BA) English & Modern

Languages

Secondary Education (BS) English & Modern

Languages


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Academic Majors

Major Concentration Department

Fine & Performing Arts (BA) Art Studio Fine & Performing Arts

Music Fine & Performing Arts Music Technology Fine & Performing Arts

History & Government (BA, BS)

History (BA,BS) History & Government Government (BA, BS) History & Government

History Education (Social Studies) History & Government

Math (BS)

Pure Mathematics Mathematics Math Education Mathematics

Applied & Computational Mathematics Mathematics

Dual Degree Math & Engineering Mathematics

Nursing (BS) none Nursing Psychology (BS, BA) none Psychology

Social Work (BS) none Social Work

Sociology (BS) Criminal Justice Behav Sciences & Hum

Services

Social Justice Behav Sciences & Hum

Services

Sports Management (BS)

Business Teach, Learn, & Profess

Develop

Economics Teach, Learn, & Profess

Develop

General Business Teach, Learn, & Profess

Develop

Management Teach, Learn, & Profess

Develop Communications/Broadcast

Journalism Teach, Learn, & Profess

Develop Communications/Emerging

Media Teach, Learn, & Profess

Develop Communications/Print

Journalism Teach, Learn, & Profess

Develop Communications/Public

Relations Teach, Learn, & Profess

Develop

Theatre Arts (BS) Acting/Directing Fine & Performing Arts Musical Theatre Fine & Performing Arts

Visual Communications & Digital Media Arts (VCDMA) (BA)

Advertising Design Fine & Performing Arts Animation & Motion Graphics Fine & Performing Arts Digital Cinema & Time-Based

Media Fine & Performing Arts Digital Media Arts Fine & Performing Arts

Fashion Design Fine & Performing Arts


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General Education Requirements

ENGLISH COMPOSTION ( 6 Credit hours req.) *ENGL 101 Expository Writing *ENGL 102 Argument and Research *ENGL PRO English Proficiency Exam ARTS & HUMANITIES (6 Credit hours req.) ART 101 2D Design FREN 101 First Year French I ART 110 Introduction to Drawing FREN 102 First Year French II ART 111 Life Drawing MUSC 101 Fundamentals of Music ART 200 African Art: Past and Present MUSC 110 Music Technology ART 230 Introduction to Graphics MUSC 302 Introduction to Music ART 299 Art Survey PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy COMM 101 Oral Communications PHIL 103 Introduction to Principles of Reasoning COMM 103 Public Speaking SPAN 101 First Year Spanish I ENGL 211 Literatures of the World SPAN 102 First Year Spanish II

ENGL 213 Cinema of African & African Diaspora THEA 105 Introduction to Theatre

FINA 222 Personal Finance THEA 110 Pilates Fitness SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (6 Credit hours req.)

ANTH 102 Introduction to Anthropology GOVT 240 Black Politics in the United States CAAS 101 Intro to Child & Adolescent Studies HIST 111 World Civilizations to 1500 CAAS 282 Domestic & Family Violence *HIST 114 African American History to 1865 CRJU 201 Intro to Law Enforce. & Crim Justice *HIST 115 African American History from 1865 ECON 211 Principles of Macroeconomics HIST 202 US History to 1865 ECON 212 Principles of Microeconomics PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology GEOG 101 Element of Geography I PSYC 200 Introduction to Psychopathology GOVT 130 Introduction to Political Science SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology GOVT 140 Introduction to Comparative Politics SOCI 203 Deviant Behavior GOVT 231 US National Government

NATURAL SCIENCE (7- 8 credit hours req.) BIOL 101 Biological Science PHSC 101 Earth Science BIOL 203 Oceanus PHYS 271 General Physics I CHEM 107 General Chemistry I Lecture/Lab PHYS 272 General Physics II PHSC 100 Physical Science

MATHEMATICS (3 credit hours req.) MATH 118 Finite Mathematics MATH 150 Pre-calculus MATH 125 College Algebra MATH 215 Elements of Calculus MATH 127 Introduction to Mathematical Ideas MATH 225 Calculus I MATH 141 Pre-calculus I

TECHNOLOGY (3 credit hours req.) COSC 110 Computer Literacy & Applications COSC 113 Computer Science II COSC 111 Computer Principles & Technology BUIS 260 Computer Applications for Business COSC 112 Computer Science I CTEC 125 Introduction to Visual Basic

HEALTH & WELLNESS (3 credit hours req.)

HEED 102 Life & Health IDIS 200 Contemporary Issues in Women’s Health

HEED 200 Fundamentals of Sex Education FRESHMAN SEMINAR (3 credit hours req.)

*FRSE 101 Freshman Seminar *INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

ENGL 101, ENGL 102 , ENGL PRO (English Proficiency Exam), FRSE 101, HEED 102, HIST 114 or 115


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Bulldog Connection – How to Register for Classes

Congratulations! You have met with an academic advisor to determine what courses you will need for this semester. The next step is enrolling in classes. Follow the instructions below to complete the registration process.

1. Open your Internet browser and type www.bowiestate.edu in the address bar. Click on “myBSU” at the top of the screen and then click on Bulldog Connection.

2. Type your Bulldog ID and password in the designated areas. Click Sign In.

3. Click on Self Service under Menu and then click Enrollment 4. Click Enrollment: Add Class

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5. Click the Term. 6. Click CONTINUE

7. Click Search to look for desired class in your shopping cart

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8. When finished selecting search criteria, click on the Search button.

9. Class options will appear on the screen in one of two ways: a. If the course number was defined in the search, classes will appear in a detail list

b. If the course number is not defined, classes will appear in a list and details can be seen by clicking the green

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10. Select the course that fits into available timeslots by hitting select class in your schedule

*Open classes are noted by a green dot

A. Click Select Class B. Check to confirm class selection and click Next C. Class will appear in shopping cart

11. To Search and select additional classes, repeat steps #8-14. 12. When finished adding classes, classes will appear in your shopping cart.

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13. Once classes appear in your shopping cart proceed to step 2 of 3. 14. Final Step: Click FINSIH ENROLLING.

15. Enrollment success will be verified by a green checkmark. Errors will be verified by red x.


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16. When you receive an ERROR message: please read the message and see your Department Chair. 17. To drop courses go to Self Service: Enrollment: Drop class.


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