Pace Undergraduate Catalog (Page 30)

Undergraduate Catalog 2004-2006

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30 Academic and Cocurricular Services THE CENTER FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE (CAE) The Center for Academic Excellence provides programs and resources that encourage students to develop their potential and become active participants in the University community. The center serves as a source of academic information by coordinating the academic advising at summer orientations, directing students to appropriate academic advisors, and making referrals to other services and offices in the University in response to individual student needs. Through promoting an increased awareness of civic responsibility to the larger world, the center plays a vital role in the process of preparing students for the twenty-first century. In all that it does, the center serves as a model demonstrating the interconnectedness of students and disciplines, life and learning, and Pace University and the world. For additional information contact the Center for Academic Excellence: New York City, 41 Park Row, 2nd floor, (212) 346-1293 Pleasantville, Mortola Library, mezzanine level, (914) 773-3434 Specific programs and services included within the center are described below. ACADEMIC RESOURCES The CAE is the one place to find information about University requirements, majors and minors, placement testing, and programs available to augment the academic experience. Not only will students find important forms and answers to frequently asked questions, but also counselors who are ready to discuss the challenges and many learning opportunities awaiting students at Pace. Among its many services, the center: • Offers academic advice to newly enrolled first-year and transfer students, particularly those who are undecided or seek guidance on declaring or changing a major. • Provides opportunities for academic exploration, decision making, and planning. • Administers any necessary placement tests. • Assists students in charting paths to major selection and graduation. • Coordinates UNV 101, a required seminar for first- year students to help them succeed at Pace. • Introduces students to the life of the mind through lectures, presentations, and programs in UNV 101; these programs are also open to the larger University community. • Directs students to the appropriate academic support. • Connects students to academic advisors within the appropriate college or school. CHALLENGE TO ACHIEVEMENT AT PACE (CAP) Challenge to Achievement at Pace (CAP) is a first-year academic support program designed to assist students who may not meet admission criteria, but otherwise show academic potential. Students newly enrolled in the CAP Program are assigned full-time academic advisors who provide academic, personal, and career-related support and also instruct students in the UNV 101 courses. The CAP program: • Provides small classes that allow professors to develop a close rapport with their students. • Works closely with faculty to ensure that students receive academic support and personal guidance. • Provides support in all subject areas through work- shops, seminars, and tutoring led by both faculty and peer tutors. In order to complete the CAP program and continue at the University, students must achieve a 2.0 CGPA (cumulative average), accumulate 24 credits, earn a grade of “C” or better in ENG 102, and complete the CAP UNV 101 course. In addition, students must satisfy specific matriculation requirements for their intended majors. TUTORING CENTER The Tutoring Center offers assistance in many subject areas by providing both professional and peer tutors who help students improve their proficiencies. Through drop-in or faculty-referred tutoring, individual tutoring sessions, online tutoring, and special discussion groups connected to specific courses, the Tutoring Center develops independent learners who can effectively collaborate with their fellow students to achieve high levels of academic performance. These services are free to all University students. Students are encouraged to visit the CAE to make use of the following services: Math Lab • Provides tutoring support for mathematics courses. • Helps students use mathematical concepts in applica- tions for business, science, economics and other courses. • Encourages students to develop their mathematical reasoning skills. • Maintains reference materials for students to review for graduate and professional examinations. Accounting Lab (New York City only) • Provides tutoring support in foundation accounting courses. • Helps students develop effective study strategies. • Prepares students for course exams. General Tutoring • Provides tutoring in various courses; students should check local center for tutor availability in specific courses.

NOTE: Information contained herein was compiled prior to June 2004 and is accurate as of that date. Subsequent changes may occur with respect to University programs, curricula, requirements, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, which are not reflected in this catalog. Enrollment shall be subject to and governed by such changes.

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