The Undergraduate Advising Center

University of Montana-Missoula

Lommasson Center 269

Missoula, MT 59812

406.243.2835

http://www.umt.edu/uac/

Open 9-5 M-F

Spring 2010 Tutoring Resources

The following tutoring resources offered through the Office of Student Success are available throughout this next semester.

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math@mansfield
Location: Mansfield Library
Courses: M 060, M 090, M 095, M 105, M 115, M 136
M-R: 11-3 & 6:30-9
Sun: 6:30-9

Math Learning Center
Location: Math Building
Courses: M 095, M 122, M 151, M 162, M 171, M 172
M-R: 10-4

Study Jam
Location: UC Commons
6:30-9, MW: Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Spanish
6:30-9, TW: STAT 216
6:30-9, MTW: Writing Tutor Table.

Media Arts Curriculum Update

Curriculum Info

1) The MAR BA degree has just been approved! This is currently the only one available to students and blends both the Digital Media and Digital Filmmaking tracks together to produce a well rounded MAR graduate.

2) There is a BFA degree proposal on the Regents’ table now seeking approval! This degree will offer a student the ability to intensify their studies in various aspects of MAR (exp: Animation).

3) The MAR minor is still in place. Students are now required to take MAR 101L, 102, 111A and 112 as well as 9 credits from the back of the checklist. There is no longer a GPA requirement in place for these classes as there was with the 100-200-level core.

4) The 200-level sequence will terminate at the end of Spring semester.

Application Process

1) The application is now based on grades alone (no more portfolios).

2) There will be unmistakable/unavoidable notices posted in the MAR department alerting students near the end of spring semester that it is time to turn in a major application.

3) Students will be grandfathered in if they have completed the 100 & 200-level requirements but will be required to take the remaining 100-level courses after admission into the full MAR major.

Please contact the MAR advisor, Christine Wilson (406.243.4540) or the Director of Media Arts, Rick Hughes (406.243.4515) for more information.

Petition to Change Registration (11/2-12/11)

Use this form from the 45th day  of instruction (November 2nd @ 4:30pm) to the Friday before finals (December 11th @ 4:30pm) to A) add courses or change sections, B) change grade options, C) variable credits and sections, or to D) drop courses. This form can be picked up at the Registration Counter in Griz Central or in the plastic form holders located at the entries to Griz Central.

A) Adding a Course:
You must have both your instructor and advisor approve the change by signing this form. Once you have the appropriate signatures, turn the form into the Registration Counter in Griz Central. There will be a $10 fee.   All students are advised to keep the notarized carbon copy until they have received their grades for the semester.

Changing Sections:
Both instructors signatures are required to change sections. Advisor signature is not required.

B & C) Changing Grading Options:
Both instructor and advisor signatures are required. This option is for students who wish to change variable credit or Traditional/Credit-No Credit options.

D) Dropping a Course:
You must have your instructor, advisor and dean of your major approve the drop by signing this form. Once you have the appropriate signatures, turn the form into the Registration Counter in Griz Central. There will be a $10 fee.  The grade for the dropped class will either be a “WP” for “Withdrawal While Passing” or a “WF” for “Withdrawal While Failing.”  Students receiving financial aid who will drop under 12 credits should speak with the Financial Aid Counter in Griz Central before dropping the class. All students are advised to keep the notarized carbon copy until they have received their grades for the semester.

You must have the instructor’s signatures before asking for your advisor’s signature. If you do not know who your advisor is, click this link to download a list of the 2009-2010 Departmental Advising Contacts. 

Once all signatures are acquired, turn the completed form into the Registration Counter in Griz Central.

If you have any questions, contact the Undergraduate Advising Center at 406.243.2835.

Attention General Studies/Undeclared, Pre-Communication Studies, Pre-Psychology and Freshman Business majors!

Greetings,

It is time to prepare to register for Spring 2010 classes. The Undergraduate Advising Center asks that you attend one of the following meetings to prepare for your individual advising appointment with your academic advisor:

Monday, October 5              12-1 p.m.            Urey Lecture Hall
Tuesday, October 6              5-6 p.m.            Urey Lecture Hall
Wednesday, October 7       3-4 p.m.             Urey Lecture Hall

Some topics to be addressed in the meeting include:
•    How to find out who your advisor is
•    Using the new electronic scheduling system
•    Advising protocols and student responsibilities
•    General Education requirements
•    How to use the Academic Planner
•    Early Alert, mid-term grades, and tutoring options
•    Winter Session information
•    Registration timetables

Your attendance at one of these meetings is crucial to your success with the new advising model in the Undergraduate Advising Center.

Thanks,
The Undergraduate Advising Center Staff

Business Requirements

Please click the link below for the 2009 Business major checklist.

2009 Business Administration Degree Requirement Checklist

FIG’s: First-Year Interest Groups

Attention Incoming First-Year Students

UM offers the option to elect a block schedule for first-year students each Fall called FIG’s or First-Year Interest Groups. There are 35 FIG’s available for Fall 2009 and each is theme based with an emphasis on meeting general education requirements. FIGS are very successful at building social and intellectual communities for first-year students. Each FIG holds 20 students and provides a base class schedule of around 10 credits. This is a wonderful way to meet other students that share the same majors and interests. Anyone can take any FIG. Ask your advisor during orientation which is the right FIG for you.

For a detailed list of FIG’s visit the website at http://www.umt.edu/figs/.

UNC 101: Freshman Seminar

Attention Incoming Freshman

As you start thinking about classes for next semester, look into or ask your advisor about UNC 101: Freshman Seminar. This is a discussion based class designed for incoming freshman that offers small classes sizes, an opportunity to hone writing skills without your grade depending only on written assignments, and a chance to become familiar with the campus and academic expectations in a non-threatening environment. UNC 101 is a 10 week course as opposed to the full semester 15 week standard which allows students to have one less class to focus on during finals week.

For more information, professor bios, sample syllabi and lectures as well as student testimonials visit the Freshman Seminar blog at http://freshmanseminar.wordpress.com.

New General Education Requirements

The University of Montana has updated the general education requirements for the coming academic year. All new freshman will follow the new general education system. Current students and incoming transfers may elect to use either system for graduation.

Remember that a course only counts for general education if  it is listed in the Class Schedule as an approved General Education course during the semester in which the student takes the course.

Click here for a list of classes that count as general education requirements.

Click here to view the Autumn 09 General Education worksheet.

Click here to view the Autumn 05 – Summer 09 General Education worksheet.

Click here to view the Autumn 00 – Summer 05 General Education worksheet. Back can be viewed here.

New Climate Change Studies Minor

“The University of Montana’s Climate Change Studies Program offers one of the nation’s first undergraduate degree programs devoted to the challenges and opportunities global climate change presents. The minor in Climate Change Studies combines rigorous training in sciences with coursework in ethics and policy to offer students a unique, multidisciplinary understanding of climate change. This interdisciplinary minor will prepare students to understand the science and policy associated with climate change, and involve them in developing potential solutions.”
- CCS Website

For more information, contact: Nicky Phear, Program Coordinator, nicky.phear@umontana.edu, 406-243-6932.

Fall 2009 Registration

Registration for fall 2009 classes starts on April 13 for main campus students. College of Technology students begin registering on April 8. Meet with your advisor as soon as possible to ensure you get the courses you want before they fill up.

Registration Schedule

Fall 2009 Schedule of Classes

Don’t know who to see for advising? Check your OneStop account or click here for a list of all departmental advisors.

General, Business Freshman, Pre-Psycology and Pre-Comm, call the Undergraduate Advising Center at 406.234.2835.