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Pre-Orientation Information
For First Year Students

The following links present general advising information common to all majors.  We recommend you view the following modules* prior to attending Orientation.

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1.  Introduction

2.  Degree Components

3.  Graduation Requirements

4.  General Education

5.  Policies

6.  ARR

7.  Advising Help

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Websites from Modules: 

Majors and Minors
Language Other than English (LOTER)
Withdrawal Policy
Assist (articulations from community colleges)
Advising Scheduler (to make an appointment)
E-Advisor

College specific information:

College of Business Administration
School of Nursing

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