SIUE New Student Guide

5. Testing Services: This office has a state-of-the-art computer testing lab and provides support in administering:

• Proficiency examinations

• College Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests

• American College Test (ACT)

• Miller Analogies Test (MAT)

• Graduate Records Examination (GRE) Subject Tests

• Subject tests

• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) Examination

• Nursing tests

• COMPASS Placement testing

• Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency

• Fee-based proctoring of distance education examinations To find out more information about Testing Service, visit siue.edu/is/test.

6. Summer Bridge Program: The Summer Bridge Program is an intensive six-week summer program that provides a head start for making the social and academic transition to college. For more information on this program, visit siue.edu/is/bridge.

7. University 300: Exploring Leadership: UNIV 300 is an introductory class intended to provide student leaders at SIUE with the knowledge and skills to become effective campus leaders. The course presents various theories of leadership and provides a foundation on which you can practice leadership skills and explore your identity as a leader.

8. 100-level Skill Development Courses:

• AD 115 – Study Skills

• AD 116 – Speed Reading

• AD 117 – Career Planning and Development 9. Academic Development (AD) Courses: AD Courses are designed for you to receive individual attention and direction from instructors, who are dedicated to helping you develop your potential for academic success.

• AD 070 – Beginning Algebra

• AD 095 – Intermediate Algebra

• AD 090 – Basic Writing I

• AD 092 – Basic Writing II

• AD 080 – College Reading I

• AD 082 – College Reading II 10. Academic Survival Workshops/Assistance: A number of workshops and outreach activities are available to help you succeed including:

• Writing Center-related topics presented in classes

• Writing assistance for English as a Second Language students

• Individual student referrals for reading and study skills development

• Test taking presentations for nursing students

• Study Strategy Workshops (Note-Taking, Time Management, Test Preparation, How to Study, etc.)

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