W H AT T O E X P E C T YO U R F I R S T Y E A R
Interacting with Faculty in a Good Way
Approaching faculty in a professional manner.
• Use instructor’s titles when addressing them (Mr., Mrs., Dr., Professor). • Compose e-mails using correct grammar and complete sentences. Avoid text speak, slang terms, and all CAPS. • Speak respectfully and do not give orders to your professors. (Ex: Try using: “Can you please e-mail me X” instead of “Send me X”). • Come to class prepared and engaged in classroom discussion: make comments, ask, and answer questions. • Approach college and classes with a positive attitude. Know that college is challenging and that you are competent, capable, and each new day offers opportunities to learn and grow.
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What to avoid:
• Do not use smartphones, tablets, laptops, or earbuds during class. If you are expecting an important call during scheduled class time, notify your instructor beforehand and sit close to the door. Being on your phone during class is rude and distracting for yourself as a learner and those around you.
Tip from a Professor: If you are going to ask for help, you should know we will be less inclined to assist if they have been watching you surf the internet and checking your social media instead of paying attention to lectures.