| Who is my academic advisor? |
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Cheryl McClea advises iSchool freshmen, Erin Huver advises Sophomores, Pre-Juniors, Juniors, Seniors and transfer students, and Lynne Hickle advises BS/MS students.
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| How do I make an appointment with my advisor? |
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| You make an appointment with your advisor by calling the Rush Building third floor IST receptionist at 215-895-2474. You may also come to meet briefly with your advisor, without making an appointment beforehand, during walk-in hours (M-F 10-11:00 AM and 2-3:00 PM). If you have a quick question or are having difficulties finding a time to meet with your advisor in person, you are encouraged to send an email.
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| Is it a good idea to meet with my advisor on a regular basis? |
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| Yes. Freshmen and transfer students are required to meet with their advisors regularly. No matter what your credit status standing, your advisor is your advocate and helps make your undergraduate years successful ones. |
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| What does "transfer" student mean? |
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| A transfer student is anyone who attended another accredited college or university prior to coming to Drexel. You are also considered a transfer student if you have declared any other major at Drexel prior to declaring Information Systems. |
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| How many credits must I have earned in order to become a . . .? |
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| Freshman...0 - 39.5;
Sophomore...40 - 70;
Prejunior...70.5 - 96;
Junior...96.5 - 129.5;
Senior...130+
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| Where are deadlines and other important information posted? |
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| Important academic information is sent to students directly via broadcast email. Information may also be posted on the IST and Student Resource Center (SRC) Web sites, the iCommons computers, undergraduate bulletin boards and lobby monitor in the Rush Building lobby, and outside of Rush Building classrooms.
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| What is academic probation? |
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| A cumulative grade point average of 2.0 is required for graduation for all undergraduate programs at Drexel. If your cumulative GPA is less than 2.0 at the end of any term, you will be notified and placed on a warning list, placed on probation or dropped from the University. Please see the University Catalog for complete details. |
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| Do I need a Drexel ID card? |
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| To obtain a new ID:
• Students must be registered for classes. Students must bring a photo identification such as a driver's license or passport to the DragonCard Office.
• If you forget or lose your ID, or if your ID is stolen:
Immediately report lost or stolen cards to the DragonCard Office at (215) 895-6095. This will prevent anyone from using your Meal Plan or Stored Value Funds and building access privileges. Please note there is a $20 replacement fee for lost, stolen or damaged cards. Temporary DragonCards can be issued for a period of one week at the DragonCard Office or Creese Information Desk.
• Annual ID validation:
Students will need to validate their cards every Winter term. DragonCard Validation Stickers are issued at the following locations: the University City DragonCard Office, the Center City DragonCard Office, the Queen Lane ID Office, the Hagerty Library, the Public Safety Department, the Physical Education Athletic Center and the Creese Information desk. You will need to present a current class schedule.
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| Can I receive ADVANCED CREDIT from AP examinations? |
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| You may receive credit for required courses based on results from AP examinations. A minimum score of 5 on the Advanced Placement exam is required in order to receive course credit. In certain instances, upper-level electives may be required to substitute in place of the course credit. |
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