In high school, going to the office might be something you want to avoid. In college, office hours are student hours. What are office hours and how do you find them? Office hours are an open time for you to…
As the semester begins, staying organized and managing your time effectively is crucial. A few tips to consider: You can’t keep track of everything in your head! Consider using Google Calendar or a Academic Planner to keep track of all…
As you start college, it can be important to check-in regularly with your support systems, family, etc. These conversations provide you with a chance to talk about how you are doing at college, get updates from home, and connect you…
These recommended action steps will help you plan ahead for success throughout your time at OWU. Not sure how to complete a step? Contact Director of Holistic Advising Lauren Hensley at lchensley@owu.edu.
Did you know that “Undecided” is the most popular major at OWU? Students have until the end of their Sophomore year to declare a major. Here are ways to take steps toward that decision. Read this guide to learn all…
Meet with a Peer Advisor to learn registration tips and course search hacks, explore majors, and understand degree requirements. This conversation can also help you be more prepared for decision making and deeper conversations with your faculty Academic Advisor. Peer…
About this time each semester, faculty submit early progress surveys via a tool called Starfish. If your faculty have suggestions for how you can improve your class engagement or grades, you’ll receive an email summary. These comments are meant to…
Have you received all of the Transfer or CCP credit you were expecting? Are your AP, IB, or A-Level test scores reflected in course credit? Check your Degree Audit to see how transfer and exam credit have been applied. See…
Reflect on Your Habits for Success Ready for a fresh start this Spring? Set aside 5 minutes to reflect on what worked and didn’t work for you last semester. Here are some prompts to get you started: What habits served…
Add/Drop Classes by Thursday, January 23 The deadline to Add or Drop classes for Spring is Thursday, January 23. Aim to decide by Tuesday, January 21 in order to use Self-Service for any changes. To ADD a course: Go to…