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Events
Fall '09 Workshops, Events, and Dates
Please RSVP to all events on your Hofstra Portal (Student tab > Academics Menu > Advisement Events link).
EXPLORE YOUR ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES
Study Abroad Fair
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Plaza Rooms, Mack Student Center, North Campus
Thinking about studying abroad? Come to the Study Abroad Fair and meet representatives and students from different programs. Opportunities for Hofstra students include programs in Athens, France, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, London, Mali, Spain, Venice, and many more. Experience new cultures and expand your horizons!
Majors Fair
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Multipurpose Room, Mack Student Center, North Campus
Take advantage of the only opportunity to meet with all Hofstra academic departments at one time! Students with a declared major can meet with their departments nd learn about available academic opportunities. Students who have not yet declared a major can explore their options with faculty members from various departments.
Academic Success Skills Series
011 Davison Hall, South Campus1-2 p.m.
Attend workshops to strengthen your academic success skills before midterms!
- General Study Skills — Friday, September 11
- Discover YOUR Learning Style — Friday, September 18
- Taking and Using Notes Effectively — Friday, September 25
- Textbook Reading Strategies — Friday, October 2
- Study Tools and Test-Taking — Friday, October 9
- Time Management — Friday, October 16
- Stress Management — Friday, October 23
- General Study Skills — Friday, October 30
PLAN YOUR ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Graduation Checkup
Wednesday, October 14, 200911:15 a.m.-12:40p.m. (Common Hour)
101 Memorial Hall, South Campus
107 Mack Student Center, North Campus
Monday, October 19, 2009
9 a.m.-7 p.m.
101 Memorial Hall, South Campus
107 Mack Student Center, North Campus
Planning to graduate in December 2009 or May 2010? Meet with an advisement dean to review your Degree Audit Report. Find out exactly what courses are necessary to graduate!
Your Graduation Plan
Monday, October 26, 20097:00-8:00 p.m.
Are you realistically planning for graduation in four years? Find out how to plan today, to ensure an on time graduation. In this workshop, students learn what factors they should consider when putting together an effective graduation plan.
PREPARE FOR ADMISSION TO HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLS
Anatomy of a Pre-Health Student
Welcome Week
Friday, August 28, 2009
Learn what students need to do early on to strengthen applications to health professional schools. Topics such as on-campus extracurricular opportunities, special programs, and volunteer and research opportunities are lso discussed. This event is for first-year students only.
Mock Interviews
Friday, October 2, 2009
2-4 p.m.
The Career Center
M. Robert Lowe Hall, South Campus
Get out your best suit and let us prepare you for your health professional school entrance interview. This event is intended for students applying to health professional schools for fall 2010. Space is limited; register early!
MCAT 101
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
11:30 a.m.-12:30p.m.
Admission into medical schools are highly competitive and the MCATs are your way to stand out in the crowd. This session is an overview of the format, types of questions, tips and different ways to prepare for your MCAT exam.
Resume Writing, Internships and Interview Tips
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.
M. Robert Lowe Hall, South Campus
Are you planning on getting experience in the health field? Meet with a representative from The Career Center for tips to make yourself a stronger candidate. This workshop is intended for students currently seeking volunteer work or internship experience in health-related areas.
PREPARE FOR ADMISSION TO LAW SCHOOL
So You Want to Go to Law School
Welcome WeekFriday, August 28, 2009
Learn what students need to do early on to be competitive applicants for law school . Topics such as on-campus extracurricular opportunities and curriculum options are also discussed. This event is for first-year students only.
Write for Success
Friday, September 25, 20092-3:00 p.m.
The application essay can be one of the most important factors in admission to law schools. This workshop teaches students how to prepare a successful personal statement. Write for Success is intended for juniors and seniors planning on applying to law school. This event is held at 010B Memorial Hall, South Campus.
How to Work the LSAC Law Forum
Friday, October 2, 20091-2:30p.m.
Are you nervous about how to approach admissions representatives and what questions to ask at the upcoming LSAC Law Forum? Learn how to navigate the LSAC Law Forum (scheduled for October 9 and 10). This workshop in intended for juniors and seniors.
LSAT 101
Friday, October 16, 20091-2:30p.m.
Find out which skills you need to enhance in order to succeed on the LSAT. See how the test is broken down and which courses will prepare you for each section of the exam. This workshop is intended for sophomores and juniors planning on applying to law school. This event is held at 010B Memorial Hall, South Campus.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR FALL 2009
September
9/2 Classes begin9/7 No classes
9/8 Last day to add/drop a course online
9/8 Last day to change a program without a fee
9/9 Change of program fee of $25 begins; late registration fee of $300 begins
9/18 No evening classes
9/22 Last day to add a course
9/22 Last day to drop a course without receiving a “W”
9/23 Students who withdraw from a course will receive a “W”
9/28 No classes
9/30 Conversion Day — All classes follow a Monday schedule.
October
10/2 Deadline to file an application as a December candidate for graduation10/12 Last day to file a Pass/D+/D/Fail Form
10/19 Registration begins for January session
10/19 Spring registration begins for seniors
10/26 Spring registration begins for juniors
November
11/2 Spring registration begins for sophomores11/12 Last day to file a Repeat Course Form
11/12 Last day to withdraw from a course (with a “W”)
11/25-11/28 Thanksgiving Recess — No classes
December
12/9 Last day to completely withdraw from all courses
12/10-12/11 Snow/study/reading days
12/14-12/19 Final exams for ALL classes
12/19 Semester ends
12/20 Commencement (subject to change)