Aggie New Student Podcast

Fall 2023: What If I Haven’t Registered for Classes Yet?

In today’s episode, we talk about what happens if a student isn’t registered for classes yet! It can seem like college is far away, but registering for your classes early is the best way to secure the classes that you need. If you have questions, the Orientation Office & Advising Offices have appointments in place to help students get registered. Please reach out through the links below!

First Semester Registration Guides: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/guides/

Orientation Office Registration Appointment: https://studentappts.usu.edu/ramonline/BookAppt?C=C&T=P&P=314

Academic Advisor Registration Appointment: https://www.usu.edu/advisors/

Other Links:

New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan  
Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam 
USU First Semester Registration Guide: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/guides/
Registration Vocabulary: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/lingo

Fall 2023: Orientation Module 3!

In today's episode, we are talking about Orientation Module 3! This module is quite exciting, as many students come to campus and experience a day of fun with our Orientation Leaders. I overview what Module 3 will cover, the different ways to complete it, and more.

Other Links:

- New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan  

- Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam 

- USU First Semester Registration Guide: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/guides/

- Registration Vocabulary: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/lingo

Fall 2023: Being Exploratory/Picking a Major

In today's episode, we heard from one of our excellent academic advisors in the Exploratory Advising Office, Jana Haws. Jana and I discussed what it means to be an exploratory student and the benefits that it holds early in your college career. Many students don't know what they want to study, and that is ok! There are so many resources available to incoming students, and we encourage all of you to take advantage of each and every one. See the links below for more information:

Explore our degree options at USU: https://www.usu.edu/degrees-majors/

Student Career/Interest Assessment: https://www.usu.edu/career-design-center/students/focus2 - Focus 2

Contact information for our Exploratory Advising Office: https://www.usu.edu/advising/exploratory/

 

Other Links:

New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan  
Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam 
USU First Semester Registration Guide: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/guides/
Registration Vocabulary: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/lingo

 

Guest:

Jana Haws: Exploratory Advisor

Fall 2023: Becoming a Learner

Show Notes   

In today’s episode, I talk about Becoming a Learner. Several of our A-Team members joined us today to share how it has helped them throughout their college experience. Join us as we break down the process of how to become a lifelong learner, and the benefits you will see throughout your academic and professional careers. See the links below for more information.

Links:

Register for USU 1010 Connections: https://www.usu.edu/connections/

How to Register for USU 1010 Connections: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yrq1G40IEAQ

 

Other Links:

New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan  
Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam 
USU First Semester Registration Guide: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/guides/
Registration Vocabulary: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/lingo

 

Guest

Addie Kelly – Student Coordinator in the Orientation Office

Jarrett Parry – A-Team member in the Orientation Office

Fall 2023: Student Financial Support

In today’s episode, I talk about the Student Financial Support Office and the available resources to incoming students. Joining us is a student employee from the SFS Office to go in-depth about the financial aid resources available to you. If you are an incoming student who wants to learn more about financial aid, we have some great information in this episode. See the links below for more details.

Student Financial Support Website: https://www.usu.edu/financial-support

Other Links:

New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan  
Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam 
USU First Semester Registration Guide: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/guides/
Registration Vocabulary: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/lingo

Guest

Alexa Cleverly – Student employee in the Student Financial Support Office.

Fall 2023: The Benefits of On-Campus Employment

In today’s episode, I discuss the upcoming Virtual Job Fair facilitated by the Career Design Center. I chat with two staff members in the center about what on-campus employment is, and the benefits it holds. If you have an incoming student who is interested in attending the Virtual Job Fair to secure on-campus employment early, please register at the link below.  

Register for Virtual Job Fair: https://usu.joinhandshake.com/stu/career_fairs/39820?ref=events-search 

New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   

Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram@usuateam  

USU First Semester Registration Guide: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/guides/  

Registration Vocabulary: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/lingo  

 

Guest(s): 

Brianne Midgley – Student Employment Coordinator at USU Career Design Center 

Kevin Schwemmin - Executive Director at USU Career Design Center 

Fall 2023: Registration is a Process

In today’s episode, I talk about our upcoming Summer and Fall 2023 registration. I share tips to help
prepare over the next few weeks, including how to reach out to our office during registration week to get questions answered and make this a smooth process.

New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan

Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu

Instagram @usuateam

USU First Semester Registration Guide: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/guides/

Registration Vocabulary: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/lingo

Guests:
Garrett Hendrickson – Orientation Program Coordinator
Courtney Condie – A-Team Member - Senior studying Kinesiology 

Fall 2023: Register for USU 1010

In today’s episode I talk about the USU 1010 Connections course. We cover the big ideas of the class, the different formats that it is offered (pre-semester or semester 7-week), and tips for registering for the course in College Scheduler. 

 

New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   
Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam  
Register for USU 1010 Connections Tutorial: https://www.usu.edu/connections/logan/register 

Fall 2023: USU Course Delivery Method Options

In today's episode I talk about the different course delivery methods offered at USU and give some tips for planning your schedule. Fall 2023 registration starts April 10-14, 2023 so now is the time to plan ahead!

New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   
Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam  
USU Course Delivery Methods: https://www.usu.edu/registrar/scheduling/deliverymethods
 

Fall 2023: Registration Prep

In today’s episode I talk about our upcoming Summer and Fall 2023 registration. I share tips to help prepare over the next few weeks, including how to reach out to our office during registration week to get questions answered and how to make this a smooth process. 

 

New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   
Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam  
USU First Semester Registration Guide: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/guides/  
Registration Vocabulary: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/lingo