working to support and enhance our students’ academic journey
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Working to support and enhance our students’ academic journey
UT Learning Collaborative Mission Statement
The mission of The University of Toledo Learning Collaborative is to lead
in the design and delivery of innovative and effective programs and
support services for student access, retention and success. As a
gateway and a catalyst for lifelong learning, The University of Toledo
Learning Collaborative promotes students’ self discovery and the
achievement of their academic goals. We engage a diverse student
population in a holistic and humanistic manner through collegial and
community partnerships.
University of ToledoLearning Collaborative
• Administrative Office• Divisions of
– Gateway Programs– University College Degree Programs– Student Success and Retention– Academic Support Services– Academic Enrichment
Gateway Programs
• High School Initiatives• Office of EXCELlence
• EXCEL Program• Upward Bound• TRIO Student
Support Services
It’s okay to be undecided on a major!
• QUEST for Success• Transition for Success
University College Degree Programs
• A degree-granting division of the Learning Collaborative at The University of Toledo (UTLC)
• Highest average age of students at UT
• Specialize in adult education, degree completion options, flexible scheduling, maximizing previous college credit and unique programs of interest since 1971
Tracee Ellis, UC ‘08, was a single mom raising three
children while attending UT full-time.
Adult Liberal Studies (ALS)
General Education Requirements or Associates Degree
Nine ALS Seminars
Three Core Concentration
Courses & Senior Thesis
Interdisciplinary Studies, Individualized Program (IDVP)
• Interest not met by an existing degree program
• Diverse or unique areas of interest• Interdisciplinary and
Intercollegiate scope• Student-developed area
of emphasis approved by faculty review committee
• Bachelor of Arts or Science
Aaron Gibbons, UC ‘08, interned with an online fishing magazine as part of his individualized degree program at
UT. Here he is on the cover of the Summer 2007 issue.
Student Customer ServiceContact the Office of Student Customer Service if:
•You have a concern and are not sure how to resolve it.•You want to discuss a sensitive issue in confidence.•You have a complaint about an office or service at UT.•You are uncertain whether any UT policies or procedures apply to your situation.•You feel that a policy or procedure has been applied to you unfairly.•You have suggestions for improving UT’s policies or procedures.
Susan Andrews, Director419.530.2500 or 2571
Office of International Student Services
• Hosts more than 1,600 international students and scholars from more than 60 countries.
• OISS is accountable for initiating visas and maintaining the ability to host international students and scholars.
Student Success and Retention
First Year Opportunities
http://www.utoledo.edu/utlc/fye/filmFest.html
New Student Orientation
First Year Experience
Rocket LaunchRocket Transition
MAP WORKS
• Provides for Early Intervention to students at risk
• Aligns Student Expectations with Actual Outcomes
• Facilitates Socio-Emotional Transition to College
• Cultivates Student Involvement (Activities, Organizations, Leadership)
MAP WORKS
•Links professionals on campus to help students succeed.
• Faculty/staff are empowered to do what they do best - spend time solving rather than diagnosing potential problems with students.
•www.map-works.com
Office of Accessibility
The main function of the Office of Accessibility is to provide accommodations and support services to students, faculty, and staff with disabilities.
Academic Support Services
Learning Enhancement Center: The Rathbun Cove
Provides academic assistance to all University of Toledo students. Services include: Drop-in Tutoring
Supplemental Instruction: Peer-led study sessions for targeted courses
Workshops
Foreign Languages• Spanish• French• German• Japanese
Sciences• Biology• Chemistry• Physics• A&P
Business• Accounting• Finance• Business Stats
Math (all levels)
On-Line Tutoring – Math Only http://www.etutoring.org
Tutoring
SI – Supplemental Instruction
Student-Athletic Academic Services (SAAS)
Student Athletic Academic Services (SAAS) is a student-centered resource committed to providing comprehensive support services designed for academic enrichment, retention, and life skill development of Toledo student-athletes.
UT’s Student-Athletes16 Sports : Baseball, Men’s Basketball, Women’s
Basketball, Men’s Cross Country, Women’s Cross Country, Football, Men’s Golf, Women’s Golf, Women’s Soccer, Softball, Women’s Swimming & Diving, Men’s Tennis, Women’s Tennis, Women’s Track & Field, Women’s Volleyball
360 Student-Athletes
To excel in the classroom* To excel athletically* To excel as role models* To excel in LIFE
Workshops • Academic Workshops upon request:– The Olympiad
• Sept. 21-25– http://www.utoledo.edu/utlc/lec
• Praxis I Exam Preparation for:– Mathematics– Reading
• Professional Development Workshops offered for:– UT Faculty– Staff– Professional Organizations
Career advising and assessments
Part-time on-and off-campus jobs and internships
Major and/or career exploration
Mock interviews
Job search assistance
Career and job fairs
On-campus interview opportunities
Resume referrals
Career-related programs
Workshops on choosing a major/career, resume
development, job/internship search, interviewing, business
protocol, and more
Career library and website Career Library
UT Testing Services
• Provides testing services to:– UT students– Surrounding communities
• Testing centers located at:– Memorial Field House, Room 1080– Scott Park, ASC Room 1200
Testing Services in the Memorial Field House
• Make up testing for main campus classes
• Placement testing for incoming students
• Compass testing for Ohio Tech Prep students
• Main campus class exams on computer
Scott Park Computer Based Testing• Certification, licensure, and
educational exams:• GRE • CLEP• Praxis • MCAT (Medical College
Admissions Test)• Social Work Licensure Exam• Athletic Trainer Certifications• Nuclear Medicine Exam• IT Certifications for Cisco,
COMP TIA, and Novell
Academic Enrichment
Honors Program
Students Receive the
Edward Shapiro Honors
Fellows in Economics
The University of Toledo Honors program is designed specifically to meet the needs of highly motivated and academically talented students.
Members of UT's Honors Program enjoy a challenging and nurturing environment conducive to intellectual growth and discovery.
http://www.utoledo.edu/utlc/honors/explore/
Study Abroad in 25 Countries
MYTH: You have to be able to speak a foreign language to study abroad.
FACT: Programs in every major are available in English in many countries.
You can afford to study abroad!
•Travel grants•Scholarships•Financial Aid
Undergraduate Research at UT
Unless otherwise mentioned: All programs are open to all UT undergraduates in all areas of research and/or creative activity at UT.
Students initiate discussions with faculty about possible research projects, then write & submit their proposal to OUR-UT for consideration.
Programs sponsored through the Office of Undergraduate Research
Academic Year Research Program: AYRP
First Year Summer Research Experience: FYSRE
Research Abroad
Undergraduate Summer Research & Creative Activity Program: USRCAP
UT-City of Toledo Internship Program: TolInterns
Volunteer Research Program
Work-Study Research Program: WSRP
Service Learning & Community Engagement
Active Learning
Civic Responsibility
Meaningful Service
Guided Reflection
UT Learning Collaborative Vision Statement
In order to meet the needs of our citizenry and community,
The University of Toledo Learning Collaborative will
cultivate the social, civic, ethical and academic growth
of all University of Toledo students.
