Frequently Asked Questions for SSC

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" typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" /> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </section> <div role="main" class="main-container container js-quickedit-main-content"> <div id="main-layout" class="main-layout inner-wrapper clearfix"> <div class="row main-layout-row"> <div class="col-sm-12 no-sidebars" id="heading"> <div class="region region-header"> <div data-drupal-messages-fallback class="hidden"></div> <div id="page-title-wrapper" role="main" aria-label="title"> <h1 class="page-header"> <span>Frequently Asked Questions for SSC</span> </h1> </div> </div> </div> <section class="col-sm-12 no-sidebars"> <a id="main-content"></a> <div class="region region-content"> <article about="/student-success-center/frequently-asked-questions-ssc" class="node basic-page node-basic-page full clearfix"> <div class="content"> <article class="content-component node component node-component accordion teaser-expanded clearfix" about="/component/ssc-general"> <div class="content"> <div class="field field--name-field-component-type field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--teaser-expanded"> <section class="accordion-wrap"> <div class="container "> <div class="accordion basic-page-content-color"> <div> <dl class="faq"> <div class="field field--name-field-description field--type-text field--label-hidden field--item"><p>General</p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-accordion-item-paragraphs field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13416_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">I am having non-academic problems. How can the Student Success Center support me?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13416_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>The Student Success Center staff are happy to help with general questions and concerns, and we can connect you to the appropriate resources available to you as a student at Penn State Fayette.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13421_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item"> What kinds of information session and workshops are available to me?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13421_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>All workshops and events hosted by the Student Success Center are open to every student. Workshops focus on writing, study skills, time management, career assessments, major exploration, graduate school exploration, career fairs, interview techniques, LinkedIn, and meeting your adviser.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13426_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Can I come to the center to study without an appointment?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13426_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>When campus is open for regular, in-person instruction, students may come to the SSC to study independently or with a group. Check in at the reception area upon arriving.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13431_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Is The Student Success Center on any social media sites?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13431_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Keep up-to-date on the Center by following Penn State Fayette on social media @pennstatefayette.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13436_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Can students use the testing rooms to study?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13436_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Yes, during on-campus instruction periods, if rooms are not in use for exam proctoring or other Student Success Center appointments, students may reserve a room for group study by phone/zoom at <a href="tel:724-430-4119">724-430-4119</a> or by emailing <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#593f38203c2d2d3c2a2c3a3a3c2a2a19292a2c773c3d2c"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="412720382435352432342222243232013132346f242534">[email protected]</span>.</a></p> </div> </div> </div></div> </div> </dl> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article class="content-component node component node-component accordion teaser-expanded clearfix" about="/component/scc-advising"> <div class="content"> <div class="field field--name-field-component-type field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--teaser-expanded"> <section class="accordion-wrap"> <div class="container "> <div class="accordion basic-page-content-color"> <div> <dl class="faq"> <div class="field field--name-field-description field--type-text field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Advising</p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-accordion-item-paragraphs field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13446_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">How do I find my academic adviser?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13446_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Academic advisers can be found in <a href="https://lionpath.psu.edu">LionPath</a> under the “My Advisors” tab.</p> <div class="align-center embedded-entity image" data-embed-button="node" data-entity-embed-display="view_mode:node.embed_no_caption" data-entity-embed-display-settings="[]" data-entity-type="node" data-entity-uuid="2245385d-4584-4602-bbe0-8d8b920a5ac8" data-langcode="en"> <div about="/photo/8276/2021/01/14/lionpath-screen-my-advisors" class="node node-image embed-no-caption clearfix"> <div class="content entity-embed"> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field--item"><img alt="LionPath screen for "My Advisors"" class="img-responsive" height="224" loading="lazy" src="/sites/fayette/files/styles/node_embed/public/screen-shot-2021-01-14-23419-pm.png?itok=fozJW8oe" typeof="foaf:Image" width="310"></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13451_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">How do I declare a major?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13451_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Most students admitted to Penn State are admitted to a pre-major status and are required to complete entrance to major requirements before being able to declare their specific major. Some exceptions do exist and students should check their “academic information” in LionPath to view their current academic status.</p> <p>Once entrance to major requirements have been met, students can use <a href="https://tutorials.lionpath.psu.edu/public/S_UpdateAcademics/">“Update Academics”</a> to declare the major of their choosing.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13456_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Where can I see my degree audit?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13456_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Students in pre-major status will need to pull a <a href="https://tutorials.lionpath.psu.edu/public/S_RunningWhatifReport/">What-If Report</a> to indicate which major they want to audit, while students in their major can view their audit by selecting <a href="https://tutorials.lionpath.psu.edu/public/S_RunningDegreeAudit/">Academic Requirements</a> .</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13461_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">How do I schedule an advising appointment?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13461_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Advisers in the Student Success Center use Starfish for scheduling all advising appointments. For help scheduling an appointment, see the tutorial <a href="https://starfish.psu.edu">Students–Starfish (psu.edu)</a>. If your assigned adviser does not have appointments available in Starfish, we recommend emailing them to request an appointment.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13466_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">I don’t know what major I want to study, how can I get help deciding?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13466_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Penn State University offers over 275 program opportunities for students across all of our campuses. To discover all that Penn State has to offer, students can use the <a href="https://bulletins.psu.edu">University Bulletin</a> to view programs of study, academic requirements, campus information and more.</p> <p>In addition to exploring the University Bulletin, the <a href="https://dus.psu.edu/exploratory-process">Division of Undergraduate Studies (DUS) </a> offers tools to help students explore options and determine the right fit for their goals. Students are also encouraged to talk about personal interests, goals, and more with an adviser in the Student Success Center who can help find related majors.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13471_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">How do I register for classes?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13471_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Students are encouraged to meet with their adviser to discuss a schedule for each semester. To register for the courses you have selected, <a href="https://tutorials.lionpath.psu.edu/public/S_ShoppingCart/"> follow the enrollment tutorial.</a></p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13476_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">How do I change to another campus?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13476_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Students may need to change their Penn State campus for a variety of reasons and are encouraged to talk with their adviser to ensure they are making the change at the appropriate time and to determine if other steps need to be taken such as updating academic information. LionPath has a tutorial for <a href="https://tutorials.lionpath.psu.edu/public/S_UpdateCampus/">requesting a change of campus</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13481_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">How do I change my academic adviser?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13481_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Students are matched with advisers based on their program of study. If your adviser no longer matches your program of study or you need to update your adviser for any other reason, please contact the Student Success Center at <a href="tel:724-430-4119">724-430-4119</a> or <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#2e484f574b5a5a4b5d5b4d4d4b5d5d6e5e5d5b004b4a5b"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="e88e89918d9c9c8d9b9d8b8b8d9b9ba8989b9dc68d8c9d">[email protected]</span></a>.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13486_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Where can I find an academic plan for my major?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13486_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Suggested Academic Plans (SAPs) are found on the <a href="https://bulletins.psu.edu">University Bulletin</a>. Be sure to use the bulletin for the year you entered the University to view the correct academic requirements.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13491_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Can I make changes to my class schedule?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13491_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Students are able to make changes to their schedule through the first week of the semester without penalty. Changes made after the Add/Drop period will be indicated on a student’s transcript and do come with associated fees. For Add/Drop deadlines, late drop deadlines and more, view the <a href="https://www.registrar.psu.edu/academic-calendars/"> Registrar’s Academic Calendar.</a></p> </div> </div> </div></div> </div> </dl> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article class="content-component node component node-component accordion teaser-expanded clearfix" about="/component/ssc-career"> <div class="content"> <div class="field field--name-field-component-type field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--teaser-expanded"> <section class="accordion-wrap"> <div class="container "> <div class="accordion basic-page-content-color"> <div> <dl class="faq"> <div class="field field--name-field-description field--type-text field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Career Planning</p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-accordion-item-paragraphs field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13501_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">I'm unsure of what career path to choose. Who can I go for help?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13501_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Only you can make a decision about your career path, but career planning can connect you with resources to help you make that decision. We have tools and assessments that can help point you in the right direction. The tool Career Services utilizes is called My Plan. The four assessments that are available to you focus on personality, interests, skills, and values. Once these are completed, you can stop by the Student Success Center to meet with our Career Coach to process your results and receive some insight to your career options.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13506_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Can Career Planning help me find an internship or job?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13506_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Yes, Career Planning can help you gain the skills to find an internship or job. We can help guide you through searching for internship and job opportunities. We can review resumes and cover letters. We also facilitate mock interviews to prepare you for an actual interview. However, securing an internship site or job is up to you!</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13511_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">How can I make an internship count for class credit?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13511_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Ensuring that your internship counts for class credit is a simple process! The semester before your internship, you should meet with the Career Planning Coordinator to express your interest in completing an internship. You will find the necessary resources on the Career Services Canvas site: <a href="https://psu.instructure.com/courses/2179813">Career Services @ Fayette (instructure.com)</a> . Before enrolling in the course, students must contact the internship instructor and the registrar, then complete the required forms. During this time, you will need to work with the internship instructor to agree on an acceptable site. Throughout the semester, students continue to work with their internship instructor to complete evaluations of their experiences and additional assignments.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13516_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Can I still look for an internship on my own?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13516_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Absolutely! We encourage students to research internship possibilities, but we are here to help with any questions and concerns. For additional sites and resources, you can email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#37545645525245445245415e54524451527747444219525342"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="66050714030314150314100f05031500032616151348030213">[email protected]</span></a>.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13521_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Can Career Planning help me to find job shadowing opportunities?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13521_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Yes. You can set up an appointment by calling the front desk of The Student Success Center at <a href="tel:724-430-4119">724-430-4119</a> or stopping by the center located in the Williams building.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13526_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Can Career Planning help me practice interviewing?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13526_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Yes! Career Planning uses a website called Interview Stream to help students get more comfortable with the interview process. Questions can be customized depending on your major and type of employment that you are seeking. The great part about this mock-interviewing site is that it will video-record your responses for playback. Students are able to view the entire interview after completion in order to see where they need improvement. Our staff can meet with you to provide feedback on your responses and body language.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> </div> </dl> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article class="content-component node component node-component accordion teaser-expanded clearfix" about="/component/ssc-learning"> <div class="content"> <div class="field field--name-field-component-type field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--teaser-expanded"> <section class="accordion-wrap"> <div class="container "> <div class="accordion basic-page-content-color"> <div> <dl class="faq"> <div class="field field--name-field-description field--type-text field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Learning Strategies</p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-accordion-item-paragraphs field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field--items"> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13536_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">Can I come to The Learning Center if I have good grades?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13536_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Yes! Even if you don't feel like you're struggling in a course, you can take advantage of a tutoring session for extra practice or support as you work toward your academic goals. We want to help you succeed and meet or surpass those goals! (Plus, even experts in their fields consult others for advice and feedback.)</p> <p> </p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13541_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">How can I request a tutor?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13541_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Log in to <a href="https://sites.psu.edu/starfishinfo/">Starfish</a> then navigate to your “Courses” section. Beside the course for which you are seeking tutoring, select the tutoring service icon to view availability and make an appointment.</p> <p>If you have scheduling questions or would like assistance, contact the Student Success Center in the Williams Building ( <a href="tel:724-430-4119">724-430-4119</a> ).</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13546_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">I’m have trouble in a subject not offered by current tutors, what should I do?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13546_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Contact the Student Success Center by calling <a href="tel:724-430-4119">724-430-4119</a> or emailing <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#a5c3c4dcc0d1d1c0d6d0c6c6c0d6d6e5d5d6d08bc0c1d0"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="f492958d9180809187819797918787b4848781da919081">[email protected]</span></a> to discuss specific subjects that maybe troubling you. If we do not have a tutor for a particular subject, you can still meet with a staff member to work on study and test-taking skills.</p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="field--item"><div class="accordion "> <h3> <button aria-expanded="true" aria-controls="accordion_13551_desc" class=""> <span> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-title field--type-string field--label-hidden field--item">How should I prepare for a tutoring session?</div> </span> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion_13551_desc" class="desc"> <div class="field field--name-field-accordionitem-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"><p>Before the session, review the content you want to work on, and prepare questions for the tutor. Perhaps there's a math problem that's giving you trouble, a concept that you don't understand, or part of a writing assignment that you feel could use improvement. 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