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 Academic Services Academic Achievement Programs | Academic Calendar | Academic probation and dismissal | Academic Progress | Clubs and Organizations | Frequently Asked Questions | Internships | Tips for success | Program of Study | Academic Advisor | Registration Process | Academic Survival Handbook The Office of Academic Services is located in Auerbach 227. We are your primary support team while attending the business school. We maintain your academic files, assist undeclared majors choose classes each semester, and help you find the answers to any questions you might have. You may make an appointment by stopping in the office and speaking to the administrative assistant or calling (860) 768-4444. Students with appointments are always given first priority. Advisors also have designated times where students may be seen on a walk-in basis. Feel free to call the office to inquire about our walk-in times, as well as to have quick questions answered. Once you have declared a major, you will also be assigned a faculty advisor who teaches in that department. This faculty member will help you make the best decisions regarding major course selection and provide career advice related to your chosen field. Academic Achievement Programs Deans list The Deans list of students in the Barney School achieving superior standing is issued once each semester. In order to qualify for the Deans list you must take 12 or more credits in the semester and you must attain letter grades of A, B, or C. Your semester grade point average must be a minimum of 3.25 with no grade lower than C. Deans list students are mailed a card recognizing this achievement. Deans list students are also invited to a luncheon each spring in recognition of their academic achievement. Honors Program The Honors Program is designed to serve your special academic and intellectual needs. It is an 18-credit academic program open to highly motivated students across the campus. The Honors Program offers an opportunity to take special honors sections of the required general education courses. In these enriched courses students interact with peers from other colleges on campus. Nine of the 18 required credits are general education and include All University Curriculum courses. Six credits are contract honors courses in your Barney major at the junior or senior level. Three credits are senior-level honors courses which may include writing a thesis, participation in your University Scholar Program, or an independent study with a member of the faculty. The Barney School Honors Program is a very flexible and rewarding program and does not require any additional credits. Upon completing the Honors Program with an overall GPA of at least 3.0 in the general education courses, and a 3.25 in the Barney School honors courses, students graduate with University Honors. Honors students are also eligible to belong to the Honors Student Organization and to use the Honors Study in Mortensen Library Academic probation and dismissal A review of academic performance is done once per semester by the Academic Standards Committee. Full-time freshmen are evaluated at the end of their first semester and are given a warning letter if their GPA is below a 1.70. At the end of the freshmen year and for the remainder of your tenure in the Barney school, if it is determined that you are not making satisfactory academic progress, you will be placed on academic probation. If you are placed on probation, you will be reduced to 12 credits per semester until probation status has been removed. If you make substantial progress but still do not meet the minimum GPA requirements, you may be continued on probation for another semester or you may be dismissed. Students continued on probation will be subject to the probation requirements stated above. If you have not demonstrated a level of performance that indicates future success in meeting minimum degree requirements, the Academic Standards Committee may choose to academically dismiss you from the university. If at that time you feel that your status merits reevaluation you may appeal your dismissal to the Academic Standards Committee. If you are dismissed, the only way to return is through the Fresh Start Program. Under this program, you can not take classes at the University of Hartford for at least two semesters. To re-apply, you must write a letter to the Barney Committee on Academic Standing stating how your approach to school has changed in the interim. If you are re-admitted, all grades of D and F will be eliminated, as well as the credits for those courses. See the Bulletin for more details on the program. Academic Progress Grades At the end of each semester your grades are posted on the self service center. The grades will reflect your instructors assessment of your mastery of the material covered in their class. Grades are based on a combination of measurements including tests, class participation, assigned projects, papers and final exam. Each instructor will have his/her own criteria for grading, which will be explained in the course outline (syllabus). If you are not sure what is expected of you, seek advice from the instructor. Grades range from A (excellent performance) to F (failing performance) with minus or plus used for finer distinctions. The following grade system is employed in evaluating work in undergraduate courses:
Grades of Pass or Fail (P or NP) have no effect on your grade point average. Repeating a Course You will have the option to repeat a course if you feel you want to improve your grade. Only the grade most recently earned will be used in the computation of your grade point average (GPA) and credits earned. However, the original grade will remain on your transcript with the letter E next to it, indicating it is being excused from your GPA calculation. The most recently earned grade will have the letter I next to it, indicating it is being included in overall GPA computation. Student Classifications When will the university consider me a First, Second, Third or Fourth year student? The following numbers represent credits successfully completed and are inclusive. For example, if you complete 23 credits after your first two semesters, the University will still classify you as a freshman. If you complete 24 credits you will be classified as a sophomore. 1st year 0-23 2nd year 24-53 3rd year 54-86 4th year 87- These numbers are important because they decide your place in line for the housing lottery, parking privileges and registration. The more credits you have earned the further up in the line you will be. Their real significance however, is their measurement of timely completion of program requirements. To complete your degree in four years, you must complete a minimum of 15 or 16 credits per semester. It is crucial to remember when you drop below 15 credits in a semester, that somewhere along the line you must make up these credits. Many students make up credits in the summer. If you are having difficulty in a particular class, talk to your professor, your faculty advisor and parents before deciding to drop it. They can help you avoid making the wrong decision. A full time student must satisfactorily complete 24 credits each year. You may be ineligible for future financial aid if you do not meet this requirement. Minimum Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress The University has minimum grade point averages and minimum credit standards that you must maintain to remain in a good academic standing. Grade point averages are based on the number of credits that you have completed: Credits Earned Minimum GPA 0-23 1.7 24-53 1.8 54-86 1.9 (see Barney minimum standards - below) 87- graduation 2.0 (see Barney minimum standards - below)
Students who do not have at least the minimum 2.0 GPA after completing 53 credits, will NOT be allowed to take new business courses until their overall GPA rises to at least 2.0. Students may retake courses in Barney in order to increase their GPA. Clubs and Organizations BARNEY SCHOLARS The Barney Scholar's program is a freshmen program designed to give us an opportunity to get to know you better and prepare you for a leadership role in the school. In addition to planned activities throughout the year scholars are invited to be part of the Barney Leadership Council for the freshmen year. Barney Scholars are a selected group of entering Freshman students. Students accepted into the Barney Scholars' program are offered a $1,000 scholarship for the freshmen year. Scholars with combined Math and Verbal SAT scores of 1250 are invited to apply for membership into the Scholars Program. BARNEY LEADERS The Barney Leadership Council organizes events and activities of interest to the students. The Council represents the Barney Business School at University functions and participates in community service activities outside the University. The Council self selects members to join each year. Check out their web site. THE ECONOMICS/ FINANCE CLUB The Economics/ Finance Club is an organization of students majoring in economics and finance, but open to all students. The club sponsors guest speakers, faculty/student events, field trips and an awards banquet. GAMMA IOTO SIGMA The purpose of Gamma Iota Sigma is the professional development and preparation of members for high quality employment opportunities in risk management, insurance, and actuarial science. They also seek to develop members socially and help them to start building professional contacts that will serve them throughout their career. YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS AND MANAGERS SOCIETY This Barney Club unites students who are interested in entrepreneurship and/or management as a career. The club provides an opportunity for students to develop their leadership and management skills in these areas through service projects, such Students for Free Enterprise, and contacts with professionals in the field. Guest speakers share their success stories and experiences and provide opportunities for students to learn and establish contacts. Field trips to companies also give students a picture of how these principles are put into practice. Contact the Management/Marketing Department at 768-4566 for more information. THE AMERICAN MARKETING ASSOCIATION The American Marketing Association (AMA) is an international organization dedicated to helping students to: (1) understand the role of marketing in todays society, (2) develop professional marketing skills, (3) practically apply the classroom experience and (4) network with top marketing professionals. Membership in the AMA Collegiate Chapter offers students the opportunity to lead, manage, and participate in a range of activities and programs designed to educate the marketing practitioners of tomorrow. THE MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM SOCIETY MIS Association is a platform for the exchange of new ideas in the rapid and ever changing field of information technology. The club also has speakers and fund raising activities. THE SOCIETY OF ACCOUNTING STUDENTS The SAS is open to all students interested in pursuing a career in the accounting field. Activities of the Society will include weekly meetings with representatives of different companies, seasonal banquets, and programs in conjunction with other business clubs. HONOR SOCIETY Beta Gamma Sigma is the honor society for outstanding business students. Frequently Asked Questions How do I declare my Major? At the end of your sophomore year, you must declare a major. If you do not feel that you are ready to make this decision, make appointments with faculty from the majors you are considering. They will be happy to give you information about the curriculum for those major and career opportunities. After talking with individual faculty in each major, you may then want to discuss each with your current advisor. If you need additional information about your preferences and interests, visit the Career Center. How do I declare a Minor? Each major has also identified a set of four (4) courses, which would constitute a minor in that field for a student who also has a Barney major in another area. You may declare a minor at any point in time provided you will have the opportunity to complete the needed courses. You should obtain an advisor in your minor area by completing a minor form in the office of Academic Services, A227, and then you and your advisor determine which four courses will compromise your minor. These courses are placed on a form and put in your file. How do I transfer credits from another school into the Barney curriculum? To be certain that courses you plan to take at another institution will transfer, approval must be secured prior to taking the course. The following steps are recommended to ensure a smooth transfer of credits:
How do I determine my AUC course requirements? Transfer Students with 15 credits should take three AUC courses, 30 credits take two AUC courses, 45 credits take one AUC course and with 60+ credits it is not necessary to take any. Students transferring into Barney after completing two years in Hillyer or HCW are not required to take any AUC courses. How do I make up a missed exam? The decision to give a make up exam rests with the individual instructor. If you are unable to take an exam during the scheduled time, you should notify the instructor as soon as possible, preferably before the scheduled time of the exam or as quickly thereafter as possible. When you return, ask your instructor if he or she will give you the option of making up the exam. This option is not available unless you have a good reason for missing an exam. A fee of $35 is charged by the Bursars Office prior to the exam. This fee offsets the additional costs of developing and administering a new exam. How do I sign up for an independent study? Departments offer independent study courses. Entrance to those courses typically requires upper division standing and/or the permission of an instructor. Independent studies are under the supervision of a faculty member in the area of study and may be variable credit (1-6). The method of evaluation is determined by the sponsoring faculty member who will award a letter grade. Independent study may be applied to the major at the discretion of the department. An independent study form should be obtained from the Barney Office of Academic Services and completed by student and faculty before the study begins. It is the responsibility of the student to initiate this process by finding a faculty member who will supervise the independent study. How will I secure my internship? All undergraduate students in the Barney School of Business are required to complete an internship as part of their major program. The internship is an on-the-job work experience related to your personal interests, career aspirations, and major field of study. Because the internship is required for your undergraduate business major, you will receive academic credit upon successful completion of the internship requirement. Because you receive academic credit for the internship, you must pay tuition for the experience. In consultation with the faculty internship supervisor, select your internship. The career center can also help you develop ideas on what to do for an internship. They maintain an internship database which may be a good starting point to being your internship search. When selecting your internship, please keep in mind the following: To be eligible for the internship you must have:
To register for the internship course, you must:
How do you plan for a study abroad experience? We certainly encourage all students interested in the study abroad experience to explore the opportunities available to them. With the appropriate amount of planning, you can study abroad for a semester and still graduate within a four-year time period. The optimal year to study abroad is during the sophomore year, but junior year travel can be accommodated as well. The Study Abroad Office, located in the Gengras Student Union, coordinates with almost 60 different destinations from which you may choose (http://uhaweb.hartford.edu/intcenter/ ). First, make an appointment at the Study Abroad Office, 768-5100, to discuss possible schools and their associated curriculum. Then, plan to meet with either your faculty advisor or a member of the Academic Services staff to plan your course of study while you abroad, ensuring most, if not all, classes will transfer into the Barney curriculum. What is the University's policy on student illness? There has been some confusion regarding the process that students should use when they are too ill to attend class, especially in the case of the need to make up a test or assignment. In order to clarify this process, the following statements have been added to The Source online, in the Health Services section. Please take note of this process. Tips for Success
Attendance Reports show that class attendance is the number 1 variable that leads to successful grades. At the same time, failure to attend class is the leading cause of students dropping out of college. There is no substitute for being there. You can not expect your instructor to be sympathetic when you ask for help if you dont attend class regularly. You can not expect to keep up with your class. If you miss a lecture, if you are ill or have a personal problem that prevents you from going to class, be sure to notify your instructor. Health Services will send a notice to your instructors if you give them some documentation of illness. The Office of Academic Services is also available for this type of notification. Participation Class participation is an important part of the classroom experience. Many instructors encourage it and even factor class participation into your grade. Class participation means answering questions when the instructor asks one or voluntarily answering questions in class. This usually requires that you have prepared for the class by completing any assignments previously given. It also means asking your instructor questions when you are not clear about something. This is important because if you hesitate you may miss an important point. You should never feel embarrassed to ask questions since other students probably have similar questions. Ask your instructor to explain his/her policy on participation at the beginning of each semester and how it will impact your final grade. Class Assignments Always have your assignments prepared on time and ready to be passed in when required. Just because you may not be required to submit a homework assignment, you should still complete it as if you were. Remember assignments are also a part of your course grade. At the end of the semester when you receive your grade report you will be better able to make judgments on how well you are doing. If you receive As and Bs, congratulations, you are on the right track. Grades of C tell you that you might need to work a little harder in some areas. If you receive a D or F you may want to rethink your study strategies and your academic objectives. Some Suggestions: Consult your advisor. Make a series of appointments with your advisor. Work out an improvement program and monitor your progress during these meetings. Your advisor will help, but he or she cannot do your work for you. At the first appointment, offer your perspective and then ask for help. The advisor will apply past experience in similar situations to help with your plan. Look into Tutoring. A Student Association financed program makes qualified student tutors available to University of Hartford students. This service is available without change. Information is available through the Student Association Office located Gengras Student Union, Room 209. Consult individual departments within the Barney School for tutoring in Business School classes. Many departments offer tutoring without charge. Work with other students. Your fellow students are available classroom resources. If you have to miss a class, make arrangements to get the lecture notes from someone who takes good notes. Go over them as soon as possible so you can ask questions. Remember that this is not a substitute for being there. Try to get a study group together to go over the reading assignments and lecture notes. Don't get discouraged. Keep attending class even if you feel lost. Perseverance is the key. Ask questions. Adjust your schedule. If you are in academic difficulty you have learned something very important. Your approach needs to change. Be flexible. Cut back on your work hours if you have a job. Do you need to study in a place that is more conducive to learning? If necessary, allocate less time to extracurricular and social activities. While friendship and fun are an important part of your college life, remember that your main objective for coming to the University is to leave here with the best education you can possibly get. As the years pass this will become more important to you. Remember that success is the result of perseverance and adjusting your plan until you achieve the desired outcome. Don't overlook any sources of help. The University maintains a wide variety of support services to help students deal with many difficulties, academic and personal. If your academic difficulty is rooted in personal problems or is related to problems with dormitory life, or a chronic health problem, dont let the situation continue. Read the resources guide section of this handbook for a listing of contacts for special problems. Faculty and staff can also refer you to appropriate offices. Don't forget your parents. Most students are in college because their parents are providing at least part, if not most, of the resources. While the University respects the students right to privacy concerning academics according to Federal Law, we recognize that parents will be concerned in most cases. Communicate with your parents and involve them in the planning process. Parental support and encouragement can be a major factor in tuning a situation around. Please click on Required Courses above to download individual requirements for the following programs: Accounting, Economics/Finance, Entrepreneurial studies, General Business, Insurance Finance, Management, Marketing, MIS, New England College of Finance Academic Advisors All Barney students are assigned an advisor. Students with a declared major are assigned an academic advisor in their major. Students who are undecided are assigned an advisor in the Department of Academic Services. When a student changes majors, the academic advisor is also changed to the new major. Each semester students meet with their advisor to discuss registration for the upcoming semester. Registration Process Advanced registration for spring courses usually occurs in October and for fall courses occurs in April (the exact period can be found in the current schedule of classes). Preparing to Register In preparation for registration, you should review the Suggested Sequence of Courses found on page 23. In addition, you should get a copy of your Program of Study from your student file in the Office of Academic Services. First, list the courses that are required for the upcoming semester. Then, make a list of potential electives. Use the University Bulletin to review when courses are being offered and develop a tentative schedule. A worksheet is printed in the back of each semesters bulletin and copies are available in the Academic Services Office. Be surre to consider your other obligations, such as study time, work commitments and free time when preparing your tentative schedule. It is also a good idea to choose alternative courses and times in case any of the classes you choose are filled. Registration Checklist
BAR Classes Each semester you should review your status with BAR classes. You must take BAR 110 (freshmen), BAR 210 (sophomores), and BAR 310 (juniors). If you missed one or more due to transfer or change of major, you should register for the appropriate level for your class standing and all those missed.
How to Register The Registrars Office will send you a registration date each semester based on your credits earned. You may register on or after that date. Once you have determined a tentative schedule you may register one of three ways.
Closed/Full Classes When you find that a class is closed, your first option is to select another section of the course that fits in your schedule. If this is not possible, you should select another course from your list of options. Remember, required courses should be completed in sequence. The Override Form The override form should be used when the class you wish to attend is filled to capacity and you can not find an alternative section or course to take. Approval is given at the discretion of the instructor. The override form must be signed by the instructor of the class and you must have an advisor approved drop/add form. Both forms must be taken to the Registrars Office. The Add-Drop Process You may find it necessary to change a course after you have set up your schedule. With your PIN number, you can make these changes online using the Self-Service Center up until the start of the semester. After that point, all add/drops would have to be done using a Change of Program Form (frequently referred to as an Add/Drop form.) All changes should be approved by an advisor in the Office of Academic Services. Please keep in mind that you should not make changes to your schedule without good reason. If you change your schedule after the semester has started, you run the risk of missing essential material. Following are some rules to remember about the Drop/Add process: Adding
Dropping (Withdrawal)
Pass/No Pass
Signatures on forms other than those of your advisor Your advisors signature is always the first signature to be obtained on official university registration forms and other forms affecting your academic status. Failure to collect this signature first will result in a slow down of the processing of the form. If you can not locate your advisor, consult your department chair or the Office of Academic Services. DO NOT TRY TO FORGE AN ADVISORS SIGNATURE. This may result in nullification of your registration and disciplinary action. |
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