behavioral science
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
BEHAVORIAL SCIENCE ADVISORS

kenna




McKenna L. Rees
Academic Advisor
Office Location: LA 012e
Mail Stop: 115
Phone (801) 863-8120
Fax (801) 863-7089
E-mail:
McKenna.Rees@uvu.edu

*Advises students with the last name starting with A-G

 

 Gioey

Giovana Alisa
Academic Advisor
Office Location: LA 012h
Mail Stop: 115
Phone (801) 863-8073
Fax (801) 863-7089
Email:
alisagi@uvu.edu

* Advises students with the last name starting with H-O  

kristen

Kristen E. Campbell, M.Ed.
Academic Advisor
Office Location: LA-012f
Mail Stop: 115
Phone: (801) 863-6718
Fax: (801) 863-7089
E-mail:
Kristen.Campbell@uvu.edu

*Advises students with the last name starting with P-Z

ADVISING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

MATH 110 from BYU Provo will transfer to UVU as MM 1900 (fills Quantitative Literacy* only)
MATH 221 from BYU Provo will transfer to UVU as MATH 1040 (fills Quantitative Literacy*)
MATH 110 from BYU Hawaii will transfer to UVU as MM 1900 (fills Quantitative Literacy* only)
MATH 1828 from Barton County Community College will transfer as MATH 1900 (Math elective credit only NOT QL*)
*Quantitative Literacy (QL) refers to the GE Math requirement at UVU, typically met by taking MATH 1030/1040/1050.

Some of you may recognize Barton County CC from taking the Ology (the company formerly known as Easiest Math Ever) course. Students enrolled in that course must have a completed grade posted to the Fall 2009 transcript in order for it to count for their Quantitative Literacy.

Remember, transfer credit is always subject to change. You may view transfer policies and articulations in UVLink, under Student Records - Transfer Articulation.

GENERAL ADVISING INFORMATION :  Spring semester is here and summer and fall are on their way....now is a great time to set up an appointment for academic advising. Our program is open enrollment but you still have to go through a formal application process (Matriculation) in order to graduate. There are five specific courses you need to complete with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA in those five courses to matriculate. This needs to be done about 1 year before you are planning to graduate. Come speak with us at least every other semester so that we can keep your file updated and our records correct. We want to make sure you're taking the right classes, have your questions answered, and getting the most out of your UVU educational experience! Please call or stop by our office to set up an appointment, or you may also call the front desk at 801-863-6377!

*Click on the Student Timetables link in your UVLink account to view important dates and deadlines for each semester. 

UVLINK EMAIL ADDRESS: We send out important information to this account frequently regarding our multiple programs, academic information, and job/volunteer/internship opportunities. It would be to your benefit to check this account regularly. If you are not currently receiving our emails and would like to please let us know! You can set up this account to automatically forward the e-mails it receives to an account you regularly check by going to your e-mail account in UVLink and clicking on options and then auto forward, there you would enter in the e-mail address you want them sent to.

STUDENT RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES: If you are interested in research, we have a lot of good opportunities to get involved in research projects for up to 6 credits toward your degree or for volunteer experience. This is a great way to prepare for graduate school and to help build your resumes and curriculum vitas. For more information, please feel free to contact us and check our student research link .

PRACTICUM : If you are a student in our Bachelors degree with the emphasis of Social Work, SW 4800: Practicum is required. You have to take practicum the semester you are graduating. You can not go online and register for this course. You need to check your UVLink E-mail account for information regarding this course. Once you contact us either by e-mail or in person we'll give you the paperwork you need to register for this course. There are specific deadlines to have your paperwork turned in by and you must follow these deadlines in order to have a guaranteed seat in that course. Deadlines are typically around the middle of the semester prior to the semester you must take practicum (your last semester).
***Practicum is highly recommended for students under the Psychology emphasis as well!

SENIOR INTERNSHIP: If you are interested in gaining experience out in the field doing supervised hours and receiving 1-8 credits toward graduation our BESC 481R: Senior Internship class would be great for you. You must be a senior in our program and have completed ENGL 2010 or 2020, and PSY 3020 in order to register. You must meet with us for details and to pick up your contract papers. Senior Internship would count as an allied course or behavioral science elective depending on your emphasis.

VOLUNTEERING: If you are interested in gaining more experience in the field and contributing to society we recommend volunteer work. It is a great way to help you discover what you want to do, build your resume, and gain more experience to help you later get into graduate school and hired for jobs. Check out our Job/Volunteer link above for a list of current positions. Also feel free to download the packet of related agencies, this is great place to start your volunteer work.

CLUBS: APPLIED BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE CLUB : Two main goals of the ABSC club- 1) Get our members into graduate school 2) Serving the campus and community. Club activities will include: Networking with graduate schools and employers; preparing grad school applications and letters of recommendation; guest lectures from graduate school recruiters; service projects to strengthen resumes/Vitas; undergraduate research coordination; socials and parties. If you want more information contact Professor Ron Hammond 801-863-8344 or e-mail at RonH@uvu.edu .

NAMI: "NAMI is dedicated to the eradication of mental illnesses and to the improvement of the quality of life of all whose lives are affected by these diseases." The NAMI Club at UVU is made up of students who are committed to removing the stigmas associated with mental illness. We are committed to providing accurate and timely information to the student body about the struggles, the successes, and the needs of all those who are affected by mental illness. We welcome all who share this vision. Contact Kristine Doty at 801-863-8418 or Kris.Doty@uvu.edu!

RESOURCES FOR MATH AND TUTORING: Need Help with Math? (Mathematics Department) Preparing for the COMPASS Assessment Tests? Study Guide: Chart Your Success on the COMPASS is available for purchase ($49.95+tax) at the UVU Bookstore. Copies also available in the reserve section of the UVU Library or in the Academic Tutoring Lab (LA 201). You can also download free study guides for the math portion of the COMPASS by clinking on this link - COMPASS Math Review Materials .

The
UVU Math Lab offers walk-in tutoring, one-on-one "free" tutoring,or online tutoring through NetTutor. You can even schedule someone to meet with your study group.

The
UVU Writing Center provides a space where students of all disciplines may further their understanding of writing principles and enhance their writing skills.

University College also offers
Peer Tutoring for non-Math and non-English courses.

HANDOUTS FOR DEGREE AND CAREER INFORMATION
Associate Degree Handout
(Word file)
Bachelor Degree Handout
(Word file)
Behavioral Science Course List (Excel file)
Student Informational Packet (Word file)
Career Wages Statistics (Word file)
For more comprehensive information please set up an appointment with us!

GRADUATE SCHOOL RESOURCES
Graduate Schools/Programs in Utah
(Word file)
How do I calculate my GPA?
(Word file)
Graduate School Timeline
(Word file)
GRE - Graduate Records Examination
(Word file)
Personal Statements (Word file)

 

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