Building Your Class Schedule
Here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of the classes you take:
•
Study the course schedule on the website, which lists each class being
offered, the time, location and instructor (if available).
•
Meet with your advisor for valuable assistance and information unique to
your degree plan.
•
Take classes in the correct sequence.
•
Check the course descriptions for any prerequisite courses/important
information.
•
During registration, classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis. Have some
alternative classes in case your first choices are full.
•
Students who plan to transfer to a four-year university should follow the
degree plan from their expected university. That means contacting them
now for advice on what courses will transfer toward your degree and
becoming familiar with any transfer equivalency guides, articulation
agreements and Sandburg’s core curriculum guide.
Starfish Early Alert
Sandburg uses Starfish to communicate with students regarding their academic
progress. The purpose of Starfish is to communicate with students EARLY in the
semester and to keep you informed of your progress in your class. Starfish helps
and promotes success in the classroom.
WHY DO WE USE STARFISH?
We want all Sandburg students to successfully complete their degrees or
certificates. The Starfish software allows faculty to easily communicate their
concerns to you as well as the staff in your Success Network. This is a group of
people here at Sandburg concerned with your success. This includes all of the
current faculty members, your advisor and, if you are an athlete, your coach.
• You need to check your Sandburg email routinely.
• Your instructor will send you a kudo or a flag through the Starfish program.
• You can also set up text alerts to go to your mobile phone notifying you when
you receive a kudo or a flag.
Strategies for Academic Success
At Carl Sandburg College we want you to achieve your goal of graduating with a
college degree or certificate. Here are a few steps you may take to help make your
path to success easier:
•
Go to class prepared for the discussion and ask questions to clarify the
information.
• Meet with your instructors after class or during their office hours for additional
help.
• Go to the Tutoring Center or use our online tutoring through Brainfuse for
assistance with course material. You can find a Brainfuse link in
mySANDBURG.
SCHEDULE PLANNING GUIDE
16
