Get ready for Summer Springboard We are excited to have you join us in person or virtually. Be sure to review jmu.edu/orientation for the most updated information about your Springboard day. Before attending, check your JMU email to view your event reminder and items you should have with you. Be sure to memorize your eID and password to use during Springboard. On-campus Springboard
Prepare to enjoy our large and beautiful campus by dressing for the weather, wearing comfortable shoes and bringing an umbrella if needed. Check out parking info on Page 24. Virtual Springboard on July 20 Join us from noon to 5 p.m. for your virtual Springboard day! Prepare by ensuring you and your computer are ready to conquer the day. Set up an organized space, complete with snacks and drinks. Make sure your cam- era, mic and speakers are in good working order. If you don’t have access to a computer or reliable internet, try to make arrangements at your local library. We will send you a personalized link two days before your confirmed Springboard reservation for you to join each session seamlessly. Your family is welcome to join you for the University Welcome and college meeting, but otherwise, we will have specific
sessions just for them! Be sure to register them in the Orientation Reservation & Declaring a Major step so we can provide appropriate links to them as well. Your academic advisor
One of your most important relationships at JMU will be with your aca- demic advisor, who will guide you through the curriculum. Developing a good relationship with your advisor is a great way to stay well-informed. What you do: ◆ Know who your academic advisor is and how to reach out for assistance ◆ Ask your advisor questions about things you don’t know, when clarifica- tion is needed, or concerns you may have. ◆ Know and fulfill degree, major and general education requirements ◆ Choose a major and explore your career options. ◆ Be prepared for meetings with your academic advisor What academic advisors do: ◆ Discuss academic choices with regards to long-term academic and career goals. ◆ Address questions and concerns regarding General Education, major, and degree requirements. ◆ Explain how students’ academic decisions affect their progress towards meeting graduation requirements. ◆ Help with academic planning, decision-making and with identification of other campus resources (as needed).
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