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Academic Support and Co-Curricular Programs
NEIU-El Centro offers holistic academic advising, tutorial assistance, academic workshops, and mentorship opportunities, as well as a variety of co-curricular programs designed to assist students to accomplish their personal, academic and career goals.
Retention Program
In an effort to address student challenges that may prevent students from continuing their university studies, NEIU-El Centro has developed a retention program that includes the following components:
ACADEMIC ADVISING (at least 3 per semester)
Academic advising sessions are to take place in the month of February, March, and April for the spring semester and September, October, and November in the fall semester.
First Meeting (beginning of semester) to get acquainted, review student/advisor expectations, discuss your classes, resources, and answer any questions you may have.
Second Meeting (mid semester) to discuss your progress reports, make GPA projections, and develop a plan to complete the semester successfully.
Third Meeting(near the end of the semester) to evaluate the current semester and plan for future semesters.
PROGRESS REPORTS
Progress reports will be mailed out to faculty during the months of March (spring semester) and October (fall semester). Upon receipt of completed progress reports, academic advisors will meet with advisees to review progress reports and address any issues or concerns. Academic plans will be developed for students who are not performing satisfactorily in their courses.
ACADEMIC WORKSHOPS: METAS Series (at least one per month)
These workshops will help student develop the skills they may need to be a successful student. The topics include writing, presentation skills, and study skills, etc.
METAS I Series Spring 2009 (freshmen students)
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Academic Workshop (sponsored by GUIAS Peer Mentoring Program) that will cover topics such as Time Management, Goal Setting, Major Selection, and Study Skills
METAS II Series Spring 2009 (continuing Students)
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Learn MLA (Modern Language Association) Today!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009 What You Need to Know about Taking the ECE (English Competency Exam)
Co-Curricular Programs
NEIU-El Centro has worked with various departments and offices including the Student Union and the Student Alliance for Leadership and Education (SALE) to organize programs and activities to enhance the social aspect of the college experience. Some of the co-curricular programs for the spring 2009 semester include:
| Tuesday, February 24 |
Mardi Gras
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| Monday, March 2 |
Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Celebration |
Friday, April 17, and
Tuesday, April 21 |
Open Mic: Express Yourself
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| Wednesday, April 29 |
Annual Awards Ceremony/Cinco De Mayo Celebration |
GUIAS Peer Mentoring Program
The mission of NEIU-El Centro Guidance Inspiration and Academic Support (GUIAS) Peer Mentoring Program is to help NEIU-El Centro freshmen students to persist and make reasonable progress towards graduation by providing the resources necessary to obtain academic success. GUIAS will focus on fostering an environment of student support, motivation, learning, and guidance through peer-mentoring. GUIAS will strive to cultivate strong relationships between mentors and mentees through individual mentor/mentee contact and group activities. Mentors will in addition provide information about university resources, tutoring, and social support as their mentees strive to reach their educational and personal goals.
MARCH – JUNE, 2009
MARCH
Thursday, March 12, 2009
MENTOR TRAINING: Mentor Agreement/Roles/Expectations
5:00 – 6:00 PM: Room 117, Multi-Purpose Room
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
MENTOR MEETS MENTEE: Introduction to the Program (Program Kickoff)
5:00 – 6:00 PM: Room 117, Multi-Purpose Room
Friday, March 20, 2009
ILACHE CONFERENCE
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM: DePaul University, Student Center
APRIL
Saturday, April 11, 2009
MENTEE ACADEMIC WORKSHOP
Yasmin Ranney, Asst. Dean, Academic Development
10:00 – 2:00 PM: El Centro Campus
Saturday, April 18, 2009
MENTOR LEADERSHIP SEMINAR
Rich Rutschman, Chicago Teacher’s Center
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM: El Centro Campus
Saturday, April 25, 2009
IALHEA CONFERENCE
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: UIC, Student Center
MAY
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
CHARLAS WITH LATINO PROFESSIONALS I
4:00 – 5:00 PM: Room 117, Multi-Purpose Room
Saturday, May 16, 2009
TEAM BUILDING RETREAT
Rich Rutschman, Chicago Teacher’s Center
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Washington Park – Chicago, IL
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
CHARLAS WITH LATINO PROFESIONALS II
4:00 – 5:00 PM: Room 117, Multi-Purpose Room
JUNE
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
FOCUS GROUP: The Mentoring Experience
5:00 – 7:00 PM: Room 117, Multi-Purpose Room
Thursday, June 18, 2009
FAREWELL DINNER
5:00 – 7:00 PM: “Caliente” Restaurant
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