Alumni are "taking over" the Career Center! Join the Career Center November 16-18 for a variety of alumni-led professional development panels. Learn more and register at the links below.
Tuesday, November 16: 12:00-1:00 pm
How to Start Your Own Business
Tuesday, November 16: 4:00-5:00 pm
Wednesday, November 17: 12:00-1:00 pm
Wednesday, November 17: 4:00-5:00 pm
Interviewing from an Alumni Perspective
Thursday, November 18: 12:00-1:00 pm
Thursday, November 18: 4:00-5:00 pm
As you are solidifying your plans for the Spring 2022 semester, consider completing an internship. Internships are a great way to apply concepts you are learning in the classroom to a real-world work environment, build your professional network, and gain professional experience and skills.
Below is a quick video of tips on how to maximize your internship experience.
Have you received an internship offer and would like to receive academic credit for this internship? Visit the internship for academic credit page to learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Read below for more information about an event designed for first and second-year students with Bank of America. Register here if you are interested by November 11.
By: Christian Ray, Peer Advisor
It is hard to believe that we are over 10 weeks into the semester, yet here we are! With all of the joy (or stress) that may come around this time of the year, students have the added responsibility of registering for the next semester. While this responsibility may feel overwhelming, it does not have to be. Moreover, by planning ahead on your registration, you can set yourself up for success.
As a student myself, I am well aware of the obstacles that students encounter when registering for classes. This is why I believe the most important step in registering for classes is to select your classes ahead of time. Registration for Spring 2022 opens on November 1st at 9:00 AM. While the earliest available registration time could be later for a student depending on their number of hours earned or priority status, students should be ready to register as soon as possible. For more information about registration times, click here. Students should have all courses and sections planned out several days before this. If you need to speak to an advisor or a peer advisor, such as myself, do it now. Do not wait until the last minute. See information here for scheduling an appointment or visiting during drop ins.
The second most important tip is to make sure you are registering for the courses you need to be in. If you are a freshman going into your second semester, you should typically be working towards your writing, math, and science courses. In particular, pre-requisite courses, such as MATH-1120 or STAT-1220 should be prioritized. For more information on this, students should consult Degreeworks as well as their advisor.
Finally, students should be plan on contingencies (such as if the desired class is full by the time of registration). The best way to plan for this is to have a handful of backup courses to take in the event that a desired course is unavailable. Another thing I encourage students to consider is waitlisting. If a course is full, students may usually join a waitlist in the event that a seat opens up. In my experience, I have been very lucky with waitlists, though your mileage may vary.
Lastly, as an honorable mention, make sure to look at the meeting times of courses before you register for them. Most courses have a handful of sections offered at different times and this gives students flexibility to decide what days and times they will need to be in the classroom. I encourage students to use this to their advantage.
By: Amy Kidder, Senior Peer Advisor
Registration begins November 1st... have you planned what classes you want to take next semester?
There are several ways to plan your schedule. You may have set up an appointment with a Peer Advisor or Academic and Career Coach, attended Freshman Group Advising, or have just looked through classes on Banner and the Course Catalog. There is no wrong way to plan as long as you get the classes you need and have back up options.
Another way to help plan your schedule for next semester is by using Schedule Wizard. Schedule Wizard can be accessed through your my.charlotte.edu homepage. It is one of the many useful icons located there on the right-hand side.
Schedule Wizard allows students to visualize their schedule by creating options from the courses you have selected and incorporating other scheduled events like work or an internship. It can also be a helpful tool if you already know the main courses you want to take and are looking for some non-business electives or other classes to fill in the gaps. Schedule Wizard can let you search for classes, read a description, and see the various professors and times it is available.
To use Schedule Wizard:
You can click through and even compare two schedules at a time. If you find a specific time slot for one course you can lock it into place. Remember to click “generate schedules” each time you make a change to see the updated options. If you find a schedule you love, save it as a favorite. Now you can have all the CRN numbers ready for the courses you want to register for.
Disclaimer: Schedule Wizard is not recommended as a way to register for classes, simply use it as a tool to help you visualize and plan your semester.
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By: Christian Ray, Peer Advisor
Are you considering applying for any internships or leadership positions over the next six months? What about scholarships or honors? Even if you answered no to some or all of these, connecting with faculty is still a great thing to do. There are opportunities available which professors and faculty can help guide you towards that you may not even realize exist.
In my experience transitioning from dual-enrollment with a community college to enrollment at a four-year university, connecting with faculty has been a major help. I have been fortunate enough to have teachers write scholarship letters and references for me. These references and letters have played a major role in helping me get to where I am today.
While, admittedly, it can be more challenging to connect with faculty at a bigger school- especially during the pandemic- the opportunities are available if you are willing to put in a little extra effort. There are a variety of ways to connect with faculty, but the most important in my opinion is to be an excellent student. This does not mean making perfect grades, necessarily, but rather, engaging with your professors and learning from them.
Some “best practices” that we recommend to students attending our “Peer Connections for Success” sessions include participating in class, demonstrating respect towards your professors/faculty, asking questions, and attending office hours. Additionally, you might consider practicing some occasional small-talk with your professors either before or after class. Overall, think of connecting with faculty similarly to how you think about networking with recruiters. While you are never guaranteed an opportunity or reference from your professors, your odds will increase substantially if you go the extra mile of getting to know them.
After all, your faculty want to help you succeed as much as possible! However, it can be difficult to recommend or write a reference for a student when you do not know them very well.
Keep in mind, however, that references are certainly not the only reason to get to know your professors or staff within the university. These individuals are often highly experienced and well-connected in a variety of fields. Maybe you are trying to learn more about different career options or working for different companies. Or, perhaps you need wisdom on how to approach a research project. Or, maybe you are just looking for an advisor to help oversee your student organization. These are all areas where having a good relationship with your professors can be beneficial.
If you are still not sure exactly where to begin connecting with faculty, that is okay. The best place to start is simply getting to know your faculty and being ready and willing to learn from them whenever they have something to share. At the end of the day, keep in mind that the faculty members at Charlotte want to see you succeed and they are happy to help you along the way! In many cases, all you have to do is ask!
