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ITS THE END OF FALL SEMESTER..

Often, as a student, your

workload is so heavy espe-

cially at times like now, at

the end of the semester that the

only new websites and apps you dis-

cover are related either to an assign-

ment or related to the entertainment

you need after working so hard. So

you may have missed a few of these

helpful online tools, programs, and

apps that can increase your produc-

tivity and efficiency. (And that

leaves you more time to spend on

Twitter!) Take a look at the follow-

ing suggestions and see if some of

them might help you work smarter,

not harder.

DROPBOXFirst of all, download Dropbox put it

on each computer you use regularly,

and download the app to your smart-

phone, if you have one. Finished?

Good. Why should you use Dropbox,

you ask? Well, have you ever typed apaper on your home computer and

then realized later, right before youre

supposed to turn it in, that you dont

have it and you forgot to save it on

your jump drive or email it to yourself

to print at school? Dropbox allows you

to share all your files between various

computers quickly and easily.

All your files are stored in your

cloud, or data stored on external

servers instead of your own computer,

which allows you to access your files

through the Dropbox application on

your computer (or through any

browser). Storing your data in th

cloud offers greater convenience

working among various comput

and far fewer nasty surprises, pa

attacks, and late assignments. Th

are other cloud-computing opti

(see below), but Dropboxs dragdrop access is your fastest option

file sharing.

SKYDRIVE/ GOOGL

APPSThis is a problem familiar to ma

dents: You finally get a new lapt

can use to write your papers o

be honest, now) use to check yo

Facebook wall every 15 minutes

Keep your permanent

hone number and

ddress updated in

UDSIS. It is the only way

we know how to contact

ou or send official mail

o you. Also, be sure to

pdate your emergency

ontact info for the UD

Alert System! Continued on pa

mportant tip:

Were entering that time of year when stu-

dents start the hectic business of studying for

final exams, putting the finishing touches on

research papers, and the carrot at the end of

the stick thinking about the holiday season

ahead.But even with visions of sugarplums danc-

ing in your head, its important to consider the

time management issues that can arise at this

point in the semester. Students who work,

especially in retail jobs, know that the extra

demands of the holiday season can wreak

havoc on a studying schedule. Sleeping

schedules can suffer, too, during finals. But a

learning brain is a rested brain so study well

for your exams, but do your best to be well

rested for them, too.

Its also time to think about course s

tion for spring semester or, if you want to

ahead, taking a winter session class offer

your campus. When you meet with your

sor to discuss course selection for spsemester, be sure to discuss winter ses

possibilities as well its a great optio

students interested in boosting their GP

taking a class they know will require e

attention.

So stock up on blue books and make g

use of that academic planner. And from

us at the Associate in Arts Program, good

and happy holidays!

TENONLINETOOLS TOHELP

STUDENTSWORK SMARTER

DVISOR CONTACT

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[email protected]

2-857-1214

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[email protected]

2-855-1630

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[email protected]

2-571-5331

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[email protected]

2-571-5230

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6 Elliot Hall

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eparing For Nextemester

ts hard to believe that themester is almost over - but it

and by now you are proba-thinking about nextmester.Youll want to sched-

some time with your aca-mic advisor in preparation

registering for courses foring (and maybe winter).re are some thoughts for

u to consider as you plan.

ep 1: Gettingepared

hedule an appointment invance for a time when you

ve no conflicts.d the Associate in Arts

gree requirements, yourine progress report, reviewcourses that will be offered

xt term, and make a list ofurses you would like to take.ke a list of questions andnts to discuss before the

pointment.Make sure you know exactlyere to show up for the

pointment.

ep 2: Theppointmentive early.

Turn off your cell phoned/or other electronics.Bring your list of possibleurses, questions and otherportant paperwork.Bring a pad and pencil/pentake notes.Before you leave thepointment, double check tosure you got all your ques-

ns answered and covered thents you wanted addressed.Be sure to thank your advi-

sor for his/her time and atten-tion.

Step 3: Following upIf you are uncertain about

anything you heard, send amessage explaining your owninterpretation to your advisor.(Ask your advisor to confirmthat you understood the mat-ter correctly.) The advisorresponse will constitute con-firmation that might proveuseful to you in the future.

Explore options, examinesuggestions, and consider rec-ommendations received dur-ing your appointment and act

upon them when appropriate.Before you attempt to regis-ter, make sure there are noholds on your record. If youare a freshman, make sure youcomplete the AlcoholEdu pro-gram in a timely manner orhave submitted your immu-nization and other medicalpaperwork to Student HealthServices.

Helpful Hints for

AdvisementAppointmentsDont wait until the lastminute to make an appoint-ment with your advisor. Youradvisor has many advisees tosee. Be aware of registrationdeadlines (Free Drop/Add,eight-week deadline, etc.).

Go to the appointment pre-pared. It may help to ask your-self: Why did I schedule thisappointment?

Have I remembered to bringany necessary materials and alist of questions?

If you are meeting to dis-cuss registration, have youreviewed the current registra-tion information and out-lined the courses you are con-

sidering?Arrive on time! Double

check the location of youradvisors office. Keep his/herphone number and/or theAcademic Centers officephone number handy, just incase youre running late andneed to let someone know.

Since academic decisionsare ultimately your responsi-bility, make sure you askquestions during advisementappointments. If you dont

understand a requirement orare not clear on a UD policyor procedure, your advisorcan assist you in finding outthose answers.

Dont be afraid to bring upsensitive issues (e.g., failing aclass, financial and/or personalproblems). Tell your advisorabout things that may beaffecting your ability to do

your best.Remember to thank your

advisor for his/her time. Thismay seem obvious, but it isespecially important if he/shehas written a recommenda-tion, contacted a departmenton your behalf, or suggestedthat study abroad opportunity

you have been dreaming of!Finally, make sure you fol-

low up on any referrals thatyour advisor has given you(e.g., writing specialist, tutor-ing, study abroad, etc.).

- by Carolyn Quinci, AssistantDean, Associate in Arts Program

ACADEMICNEWSYOUCANUSE Important dates:FALL SEMESTER 2011

December 7 Last day of classes;classes end at 10 PM.

December 8 Reading Day: no examinations

scheduled.December 9 Final examinations begin.

December 16 Final examinations end;residence halls close at 10 PM.

December 21 Deadline for fall semester gradbe posted to UDSIS.

January 8 Commencement.

January 15 Undergraduate admission applicadeadline for freshmen entering Fall Semester.

WINTER SESSION 2012

December 5 Fee payment deadline forWinter Session.

January 3 Classes begin at 8 a.m. Residence hcheck-in for Winter Session walk-ins, 9 a.m. to 3

January 6 Last day to register or to add coursAfter this date, tuition and a $25 processing fee

charged for change of registration; students

withdrawing from courses will receive a grade o

on permanent record.

January 16 Martin Luther King Holiday - classsuspended; University offices closed.

January 20 Last day to change registration o

withdraw without academic penalty.

February 3 Last day of classes.

February 4 Final examinations; grades due inRegistrars Office 72 hours after scheduled

examination or last class meeting when no final

examination is given.

February 8 Deadline for winter session gradeposted to UDSIS.

SPRING SEMESTER 2012

January 15 Undergraduate admission applicadeadline for freshman students entering Fall Sem

2012.

January 20 Winter New Student Orientation

February 6 Classes begin at 8 a.m.

February 20 Last day to register or to add coAfter this date, tuition and a $25 processing fee

charged for change of registration; students

withdrawing from courses will receive a grade o

on permanent record.

February 20UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS - Deadline for

completion of deferred examinations and incom

work (grade I) from Fall Semester 2011, and Win

Session 2012.

For the complete UD academic calendar, visit

www.udel.edu/registrar/cal/main.html

December

ED Scholarshipse questions about your SEED Scholarship? Check out the following web resources. If you

e additional questions, check with your student advisor.

e of Delaware SEED Grants:seedscholarship.delaware.gov

Associate in Arts Program: www.udel.edu/associateinarts

Admissions: admissions.udel.edu/apply

D Grants at UD: www.udel.edu/associateinarts/SEED

Scholarships and Financial Aid: www.udel.edu/finaid

SA: www.fafsa.ed.gov


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thout siblings, parents, or roommates breath-

g down your neck.

However, Microsoft Office doesnt come stan-

rd with many computers. And you may have

covered, after getting a few of your papersck, that the basic text-editing program on your

w computer doesnt offer the same tools for

iters that Microsoft Word does (some of them

nt even have a spell-checker). Snarky com-

ents about Bill Gates aside, Word really is the

ost convenient word-processing software out

ere for most writers. You also may need Excel

creating spreadsheets or PowerPoint for cre-

ng a presentation.

The easiest solution, of course, is to shell out

e $100-plus for Microsoft Office Suite. The

ernatives, however, are the two main entries

far) in the online word processing and cloud-mputing arena: Windows Live SkyDrive (sky-

ve.live.com) and Google Docs (Google.com).

you need to get started is a Windows Live ID

Gmail account (which you already have via

ur UD Google Apps email login). SkyDrive

ows you to create and share Word, Excel,

werPoint, and OneNote documents with other

ers, which can be a lifesaver when working on

roup project, and integrate them seamlessly

th other Office files.

Google Docs word processing offers similar

ols, and you have the option of saving your file

a Word-compatible format. Both sites allowu to create documents, spreadsheets, and

deshow presentations. Google Docs also lets

u create drawings, tables, and interactive

ms. And if youve ever faced the heartbreak of

rk lost to a computer malfunction, rest

ured that both sites autosave every few sec-

ds; your draft will be safe even if theres an

erruption in your internet connection.

Google Apps offers a multitude of helpful

ols: Google Music lets you upload, store, and

cess up to 20,000 songs online for free, so that

u can access your entire music library anytime

the web or a mobile device. Its Calendar appa convenient way to keep track of events and

pointments, and Sites provides attractive tem-

tes and an easy-to-use interface you can use to

ate a website. There are many, many more that

dont have space to include here, but theyre

available through your UD email account, and

ere are online tutorials to help you use them

ailable on Google,YouTube, and other sites.

Both sites allow you to share photos with

her users, as well (wouldnt it be nice to see

ur friends embarrassing pictures of you before

theyre tagged on Facebook?).

OPEN OFFICEIf you have a slow or unreliable internet connec-

tion, however, these two sites might not be your

best choice. Another option is to download

OpenOffice, a free, open-source application suite

compatible with both Macs and PCs. Open-

source software is free to download, share, and

use (even to modify, if youre a code monkey).

You can use OpenOffice to create documents,

spreadsheets, databases, presentations, and

graphics.

STUDY BLUEStudyBlue.com provides an updated and more

convenient way to create the students time-hon-

ored study tool: flash cards. (See the list of help-

ful apps below for a flash card app you can use

on your mobile device.) Once you create your

free StudyBlue account and enter the name of

the class to your Backpack, or class list, you can

get started creating your flash cards. One aspect

of StudyBlues flash cards is especially valuable

for students studying foreign languages: Eachcard allows you to enter an audio recording of

the terms pronunciation. You could easily record

an audio clip from an online source, or record a

native speaker or your instructor saying the word

so that you can practice on your own when you

study.

As you go through your flashcards, click the

thumbs-up or thumbs-down button after

each one to indicate if you remembered the term

or not. When youre finished, StudyBlue will dis-

play your results in a graph, giving you a clear

picture of your progress. You also have the

option to share your flash cards with other

mates by inviting them via email or postin

link to Facebook or Twitter. Remember, ho

that each professor has different standards

students sharing study materials. Always ch

with your professor first to make sure its o

ZOHOYou can also create high-quality graphics u

Zoho.com, an online presentation creator.

similar to PowerPoint, but also gives you th

capability to access and play your presentafrom anywhere. Unlike PowerPoint, Zoho

you to modify and add effects to imported

tos and work on your project with other u

real time. It may prove useful the next tim

need to give a group presentation in class!

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Attention ALL First-Year Students:

Your AlcoholEdu program MUST be

completed before Spring Registratio

begins. In order to successfully begi

registration, you must have complet

all of AlcoholEdu. Failure to complet

AlcoholEdu will result in you not bei

able to register for Spring courses!


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MIDDLE SCHOOLOUTREACH INKENT AND SUSSEXCOUNTY:

BECOME ANOUTREACHDELEGATE FORUD!

Winter session classes on your campus:

Dr. Terry Whittaker, assistant provost and senior asso-

iate director of admissions at UD, is coordinatingmiddle school outreach activities for the UDAdmissions Office. This year he is recruiting Associate

n Arts students to serve as Outreach Delegates forower Delaware middle schools. With these Associate

n Arts students, Dr. Whittaker plans to visit middlechools in Kent and Sussex counties and intends to

se UD AA students as role models and inspirationor students heading into high school.

The purpose of this years visits will be to provide

ighth graders with motivations for higher educa-ion, to encourage them to excel academically in

middle through high school, and especially to con-

sider UD. The volunteers will assist Dr. Whittaker by

helping the students understand why a college edu-cation is important, how and when they should pre-pare for college, and the options available to them

when they are considering how to finance their edu-cation. Dr. Whittaker will also explain UDs

Commitment to Delawareans and give the eighthgraders Commitment brochures to take home to

their parents.About 15 students have already volunteered from

both Dover and Georgetown campuses, but there is

always room for more! Anyone wishing to volunteershould get in touch with Dr. Fisher at [email protected]

or call her directly at 302-857-1214.

Wilmington:MATH 010 - Intermediate Algebra

HIST 101 - Western Civilization to 1648 (meets

DTCC Building, Wilmington)

Dover:ANTH 104 - Intro to Archaeology & Biological Anthropology

ARTH 151 - Myth, Religion, & Art

PHIL 202 - Contemporary Moral Problems

Winter session classes on your campus:

GLIFFYAnother site, Gliffy.com, offers a quick, easy way

o create graphics for a project. While you could

lways create graphics in Photoshop or

owerPoint, Gliffy is a faster, easier way to create

ow charts, Venn diagrams, organizational

harts, and even floor plans (this may come in

andy when arguing with your roommates

bout where to put the TV). You can create any

f these graphics on Gliffy without logging in to

he site, but youll need to create a (free) account

nd log in to share your creations.

Phone/iPad/iPodTouch Apps

GFLASHFree, iTunes) Like the StudyBlue site, this app

llows you to create and edit flash cards.

However, gFlash+ also allows you to download

nd share flash cards from the in-app catalog,

reate multiple-choice questions to quiz yourself,

nd access audio files and images to help you

study. And being able to do this all on your

phone means that you can study anytime and

anywhere during breaks at work or between

classes, riding the bus, or waiting in line at the

bookstore.

iHOMEWORK($1.99, iTunes) Sometimes it can be difficult to

keep track of all your assignments that are due.

Writing them down on random scraps of paper

usually means theyll end up scrunched into a

ball at the bottom of your book bag. Trying to

simply remember it all usually doesnt work out

that well. The iHomework app helps you keep

track of assignments, due dates, class informa-tion, and your own schedule, and syncs with

your laptop to keep all your info at your finger-

tips no matter which device youre using. Also,

once you enter your assignment grades, it will

keep a running tab of your GPA and class per-

formance.

THE NIGHT BEFORE($2.99, iTunes) Usually the most difficult part of

writing a paper is just getting started. A quick

free-write session sitting down for 10 minutes

and writing (or typing) everything that comes to

mind about your essay subject without editing

or proofreading is a good way to clear t

psychological hurdle. Once you feel like y

made a start, its easier to tackle your subjnot succumb to the procrastination cycle.

Another good tool to consider using is

Night Before Essay Planner app. To begin

project, fill out its interactive self-assessm

Enter the essay title, required page or wor

count, and thesis statement (if you have o

yet). A quick survey is next, in which you

ate how well you understand the subject a

examine your frame of mind: Are you tire

Stressed? Energized? Do you tend to proc

nate?

Using this information, the app outline

personalized Plan of Attack, with adviceeach aspect of writing the paper suggest

for how many references youll need, how

to spend working on research and actual

and even advice on how to manage the st

and exhaustion that can come with writin

research paper. It advises you how to split

outlining, researching, and writing of the

into manageable portions to use your tim

ly. Remember: While everyone knows tha

person who writes all his papers the night

and always gets an A, that guy is the excep

not the rule. The rest of us do our best w

with a little planning.

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Students who are expecting to completetheir Associate in Arts degree in fall 2011or winter 2012 , or who completed theirdegree in summer 2011, are eligible toparticipate in the WinterCommencement ceremony at the BobCarpenter Center in Newark.Commencement will be held on Sunday,January 8, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. You should

plan to arrive early to allow time for park-ing, robing, and line-up.

Academic Regalia: Students must wear aUD cap and gown to participate inCommencement; degree candidatesplanning to attend the ceremony shouldgo to the University Bookstore at 83 EastMain St., December 5-9, 2011, to pur-chase caps and gowns.

Tickets: Each degree candidate is entitledto a maximum of eight (8) guest ticketsfor Commencement (graduates do not

need a ticket). There is no charge forthese tickets. Degree candidates maypick up guest tickets through Friday,December 2, at a location to be deter-mined. Students must bring a photo ID.For more information about the ceremo-ny, please visit www.udel.edu/vp-sec/commencement_winter_2012.html.

Diplomas: Students who successfullycomplete the Associate in Arts degreerequirements with fall 2011 courses willhave their records reviewed by Associatein Arts Program staff in early January.The Registrars Office will be notified thatyou have met the requirements for thedegree and will confer the degree aroundmid-January. Students who complete theAssociate in Arts degree requirementswith winter 2012 courses will have theirrecords reviewed in early February andyour degree will be conferred in mid-February. You can expect to receive your

diploma about 8 weeks after your degreeis conferred; it will be mailed to the per-manent address listed in UDSIS.

Congratulations, in advance, to allAssociate in Arts degree candidates!Your associate degree is an importantaccomplishment!

WINTER COMMENCEMENT

TIPS TO PREPARE FOR FINALS

Maintain a positive attitude. Tell yourself that you can do it!Do not allow doubts or worry to interfere with your studying; make the best of the timeyou have.Take frequent but short breaksgetting up and moving around a little is a good break

Anticipate possible exam questions.Write down the main points as you identify them.Study from the top down. Select the most general and significant ideas to review first,hen learn more and more details as time permits.

Use your textbook well. Read summaries, review questions, practice tests, etc.Write down the main ideas of each lecture from your notes.Use stimulants such as coffee carefully, if at all.Know your sleeping habits. When does lack of sleep begin affecting your performancemore than lack of study?When you cut your sleep, try to sleep for an entire sleep cycle (about three hours).Have a back-up waking system in place.On the day of the exam, briefly review your condensed notes.

Be sure to eat a nutritious breakfast the day of the exam.Leave yourself extra time to get to the examthe unexpected may happen.Have a positive attitude when you enter the exam room.

ource: http://www.eiu.edu/~lrnasst/finals.htm

Starting on September 3, there were a lot of kisses - HersheysKisses, that is - being given out in the lobby of the UD

Downtown Center in Wilmington as we introduced our new

art-time professional advisor to all the students waiting for their

asses to begin. Dr. Renee Fisher (or just plain Fisher, as she isalled on the Dover campus by many of her advisees) will be avail-

ble on both Mondays and Thursdays to all UD AA students. They

ill be able to find her between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., either in the

lobby or in her office, Room 302 of the UD Downtown Center, and King Streets, Wilmington.

Dr. Fisher will be available to help students plan courses for

or spring semester, will offer some sophomore relocation work

along with Mr. Howard Fishman, and is also happy to answer aquestions students have about relocating to the Newark camp

student should feel free to stop by her office or contact Dr. Fis

[email protected] or 302-571-5230. She has an open-door poli

Associate in Arts Sophomores,Mark Your Calendars! Majors &

Minors on Main will be held inNewark for 2012 Associate in Agraduates on March 16, 2012. T

program will give UD AssociateArts sophomores a chance to mwith representatives from manymajors and minors they may wato consider when they relocate t

the Newark campus.

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