Glossary of campus vocabulary Flashcards
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academic advisor
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person who helps students make decisions about their academica programs
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ace
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to receive a grade of A.
ex. I aced that exam.
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admissions office
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the administrative office where students apply for admission to a college or university.
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all-nighter
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a study session that lasts all night.
ex. we had to pull an all-nighter to get ready for the final exam.
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article
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a publication about an academic subject
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assignment
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work that must be done as part of the requirements for a class.
ex. the assignment was to read two chapters in the texybook.
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assistant professor
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a college or university teacher who ranks above a lecturer and below an associate professor.
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assistantship
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an opportunity for a graduate student to teach or do research in exchange for a stipend.
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associate professor
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a college or university teacher who ranks above an assistant professor and below a professor.
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audit
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to attend a course without credit.
ex. If I audit the course. I won´t get credit for it.
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bear
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a difficult class.
ex. the computer science course was a bear.
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be behind
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to be late; to have a lot of work to do
ex. I am behind in my physics class.
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bike.
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an abbreviation of the word bicycle
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bike rack
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the metal supports where bicycles are parked
Ex. That bike rack is full, but there is another one by the library.
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blackboard
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the writing surface in the front of the classroom
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book
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a written work
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book bag
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a bag in which to carry books and school supplies
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bookstore
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the store on campus where students buy their textbooks
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break
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a pause in work or study
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bring up
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to improve.
ex. if Jack doesn´t bring up his grades, he won´t get into graduate school.
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cafeteria
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a restaurant where students can select food from several choices.
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call on
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to acknowledge in class; to invite to speak.
ex. if you want the professor to call on you frequently, them sit in the front of the room.
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call the roll
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to read the names on a class roster in order to take attendance. ex. you should always find out whether or not the professor calls the roll.
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campus
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the buidings and grounds of a college or university.
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campus security
the police on campus.
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carrel
a private study space in the stacks of the library.
| ex. there aren´t enough carrels in the library.
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chapter
a division in a book.
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cheat
to act dishonestly.
| ex. Gary was expelled because he cheated?
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cheating
a dishonest act.
| ex. sharing answers on an exam is cheating
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check out
to borrow
| ex. you must have a library card to check out books
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class.
the meeting place and the content of a course.
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class discussion
an exchange of ideas during a class.
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closed out
to be denied access to a class.
| ex. register early so that you aren´t closed out of the classes you want.
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coed
an abreeviation for coeducational, which is a system of education in which both men and women attend the same school or classes.
ex. if I were you, I would live in a coed dormitory.
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college
a school that grants a bachelor´s degree; an undergraduate division or a school within a university.
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commencement.
a graduation ceremony.
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committee
a group of professors who guide a graduante student´s program and approve the thesis or dissertation.
ex. Bill´s committee signed his dissertation today.
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computer
computador.
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computer disk
a magnetic disk on which computer data is stored.
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counselor
a person who gives advice, often of a personal nature.
| ex. why don´t you speak with your counselor about the problems with your roommate?
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course
a class.
| ex. how many courses are you taking this semester
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course request (form)
a form used to register for a class.
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cram
to study at the last minute.
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credit
a unit of study.
| ex. I have thirty credits toward my master´s degree.
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credit hour
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the number that represents one hour of class per week for one term.
ex. this course is three credit hours.
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curve
a grading system that relies on the normal curve of distribution, resulting in a few A grades, the majority C grades, and a few failing grades.
ex. grading on the curve encourages competition.
Since the exams were graded on the curve, a 95 was a B.
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cut class
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to be absent from class, usually without a good excuse.
ex. you cut class to sleep in?
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dean
an administrator who ranks above a departament chair and below a vice president.
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dean´s list
the honor roll at a college or university.
| I can´t make the dean´s list this semester
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declare
to make an official decision about a major field of study.
| ex. most students declare their major in their third year at the university.
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degree
an academic title awarded to a student who completes a course of study.
ex. the three most common degrees are a bachelor´s, a a master´s, and a doctorate.
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department
a division of a college or univesity organized by subject.
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department chair
a university administrator for a division of a college or university.
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diploma
the certificate of completion for a degree.
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dissertation
a thesis that is written in partial fulfillment of the requirements for a doctorate.
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distance learning
courses organized so that students can complete the requirements by computer, or other media.
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division
a group of departments in a college or university.
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doctorate
the degree after a master´s awarded to an academic doctor.
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dorm
an abbreviation for dormitory.
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draft
a preliminary copy of a paper or other written document.
| ex. I can´t turn in my essay because I have only the first draft written.
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drop
to withdraw from a course.
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drop out
to withdraw from a college or university.
| ex. Diane dropped out after her junior year?
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due
expected on a certain date.
| ex. I can´t complete the assignment by the due date.
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elective (course)
an optional academic course.
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enroll
to register for a course or a university program.
| ex. only a few students enroll in seminars
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essay
a short composition on a single subject, usually presenting the personal opinion of the author.
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exam
an abbreviation for examination.
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excused absence
absence with the permission of the professor.
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expel
to dismiss from school.
| ex. gary was expelled because he cheated on an exam
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extension
additional time.
| ex. You mean your request for an extension was denied?
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faculty member
a teacher in a college or university.
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fail
to receive an unacceptable grade.
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fee
a charge for services.
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field trip
a trip for observation and education.
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fill-in-the blank (test)
an objective test in which the student completes sentences by writing in the missing words.
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final (exam)
the last examination of an academic course.
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fine
a sum of money paid for violation of a rule.
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fraternity
a social organization for male college students.
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fraternity row
a street where many fraternity houses are located.
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freshman
a first-year college student.
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full-time
the number of hours for standard tuition at a college or university, usually 9 hours for a graduate student and 12-15 hours for an undergraduate student..
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get behind
to be late or off schedule.
| ex. I am getting behind in my math class
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get caught up
to bring up to date.
| ex. I need to get caught up before final exams.
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G.P.A
abbreviation for grade point average.
| ex. I can´t raise my GPA if I take calculus.
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grade point average
a scale, usually 0-4, on which grades are calculated
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grades
a standard number or letter indicating a student´s level of performance.
ex. I have to have better grades to get into the college
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graduate school
a division of a college or university to serve students who are pursuing masters or doctoral degrees.
I have to get a letters of recommendation to apply to graduate school.
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graduate student
a student who is persuing a master´s or doctorate.
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grant
funds for research or study.
| Carol received a grant for her research in psychology.
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group project
an assignment to be completed by three or more students.
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hand back
return an assignment.
| ex. I can´t find the exam that he handed back.
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handout
prepared notes that a teacher provides to the class.
| ex. Dr. Stephen´s handouts are always very helpful.
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head resident
the advisor for a dormitory.
| ex. the head resident can help you resolve problems with your roommate.
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health center
the clinic on campus to provide basic health care for students.
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health insurance
protection for students who may need medical attention.
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hit the books
to study very hard.
| ex. I have to hit the books tonight and tomorrow to get ready for the midterm
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homework
schoolwork done at home.
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honors
special recognition for exceptional students.
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housing office
an administrative office for residence halls and off-campus rentals.
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incomplete
a grade in a course that allows students to complete requirements the following term.
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library card
an identification card.
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library fine
a payment for returning books and materials after the due date.
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lost and found
an area on campus where items are kept for their owners to reclaim.
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lower-division (course)
introductory-level courses for first and second year students..
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major
a field of study chosen as an academic specialty.
| ex. my major is environmental studies
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makeup test
a test taken after the date of the original administration.
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married student housing
apartments on or near campus for married students.
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mickey mouse course
a very easy course.
| ex. You thought physics was a Michey Mouse course?
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midterm
an exam that is given in the middle of the term.
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minor
a secondary area of study
| ex. you should minoir in economics since you´re studyng prelaw.
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miss (class)
to be absent.
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multiple-choice test
an objective test with questions that provide several possible answer choices.
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notebook
a book with blank pages in it for notes.
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notebook computer
a computer with size of a notebook.
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notes
a brief record of a lecture to help students recall the important points.
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objective test
a test with questions that have one possible answer.
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off campus
not on university property.
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office
a place for university faculty and staff to meet with students and do tehir work.
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office hours
a schedule when faculty are in their offices to meet with students..
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online course
a course taught on the internet.
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on probation
experiencing a trial period to improve grades before disciplinary action..
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on reserve
retained in a special place in the library, usualy for use only in the library.
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open-book test
a test during which students may consult their books and notes.
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orientation
a program for new students at a college or university during which they receive information about the school.
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override
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permission to enter a class for which the student does not qualify.
ex. I need to get an override so that I can take that class
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paper
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a research report.
ex. the papers for this class should be at least ten pages long
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parking garage
a structure for parking, usually requiring payment.
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parking lot
an area for parking.
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parking permit
permissionn to park in certain parking lots or garages.
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parking space
a designated area for one car.
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parking ticket
notice of a fine due for parking in a restricted area.
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part-time
less than the full work day or school day.
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pass back
to return tests and assignments to the owner.
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placement office
the office where students receive assistance in locating employment.
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plagiarize
| plagiarizing
to use someone else´s written work without giving that person credit..
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pop quiz
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a quiz that is given without notice.
ex. we had a pop quiz in our sociology class today.
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post (grade)
to publish a list and display it in a public place.
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prerequisite
a course required before a student is eligible to take a higher-level course.
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presentation
a lecture, speech, or demonstration in front of the class.
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professor
a college or university teacher who ranks above an associante professor.
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program of study
a list of the courses that a student must take to fulfill the requirements for graduation
ex. I need to become familiar with my program of study.
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project
an assignment that often involves the application of knowledge.
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quarter
a school term that is usually ten to twelve weeks in length.
| ex. I need to study harder next quarter.
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quiz
an evaluation that is usually shorter and worth fewer points than as test
ex. we have a quiz in chemistry this week.
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registrar
a university official in charge of keeping records.
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registration
the process for enrolling in courses at a college or university.
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report
a written or oral presentation of results, either of research or experimentation.
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research
inverstigation or study
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research assistant
a research position under the supervision of a faculty member.
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research paper
a written report based on research.
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resident advisor
an advisor who lives in a dormitory in order to provide supervision and counseling for the students.
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review session
a study meeting to review material before a test, often led by the professor.
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room and board
fees for room rent and meals.
| ex. I need to find a part-time job to pay for room and board.
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roommate
a person who shares a room or rooms.
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schedule
a list of courses with days, times, and locations.
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scholarship
a grant awarded to a student.
| ex, Tracy got a scholarship to attend a special summer course abroad.
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section
one of several options for the same course.
| ex. Everyone wants to take the section that Mrs Niel teachers.
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semester
a school term that is usually fifteen to eighteen weeks in length.
ex. I need to take eighteen credit hours next semester
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senior
a fourth-year student
| ex. Laura will be a senior next semester
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short-essay test
a test with questions that require a written response of one sentence to one paragraph in length.
ex. You think a short-essay test is easier than an objective test?
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shuttle
a bus that has a short route around the campus area.
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sign up (for a class)
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to enroll (in a class).
ex. I can´t sign up for that class because it conflicts with my schedule.
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skip class
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to be absent.
ex. Nancy has been skipping class again
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snack bar
a small restaurant area where a limited menu is available.
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social security number
a nine-digit number that is often used for student identification as well as for employment purposes.
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sophomore
a second-year college student.
| ex. a full-time student is usually a sophomore by the third semester
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sorority
a social organization for female college students.
| ex. so you did join a sorority.
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spring break
a short vacation in the middle of the spring semester.
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stacks
the area of the library where most of the books are shelved.
| ex. You should look in the stacks for that book.
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student services
an administrative branch of a college or university that provides non-instructional support services for students..
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student union
a building on campus where students can relax.
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studies
research investigations.
| ex. Many studies have been conducted here at State University.
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study
to acquire knowledge or understanding of a subject..
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study date
a date in which the activity is studying.
| ex. You mean you don´t have a study date tonight?
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study lounge
a quiet area of a dormitory where students can go to study.
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subject
an area of study.
| ex. math is my favorite subject.
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summer school
the summer sessions, which are usually June through August.
| ex. I can´t go to summer school this year.
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T.A
an abbreviation for teaching assistant.
| ex. So Bill did apply to be a T,A
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teaching assistant
a graduate student whose teaching duties are supervised by a faculty member.
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tenure
an academic rank that guarantees permanent status
| ex. Prof. Peterson has tenure, bus Mr. Lewis doesn~t.
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term
a time period when school is in session, usually a quarter or a semester
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test
a evaluation that is usually longer and worth more points than a quiz but shorter and worth fewer points than an exam
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textbook
a book that is used for a course
| ex. a can´t find good used textbooks anywhere
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thesis
a written research report in partial fulfillment of a graduate degree
ex. I need to allow at least one semester to write my thesis.
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transcript
a printed copy of a student´s grades
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transfer
to change schools
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tuition
fees for instruction at a school
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tuition hike
an increase in the fees for instrution
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turn in
to submit an assignment
| ex. please turn in your homework before you leave
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tutor
a private instructor, often another student
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tutoring
private instruction
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undergrad
abbreviation to undergraduante
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undergraduate (student)
a student pursuing a bachelor´s degree
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upper-division (course)
advanced courses for third- and fourth year students
| ex. you mean grammar is an upper-division course?
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withdraw
to leave school
| ex. you should withdraw so that you won´t have failing grades on your transcript
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work-study
a special program that allows study time when there is nothing to do om the job
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xerox (machine)
a copy machine
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instructor
a college or university teacher who ranks below an assistant professor.
ex. the instructor was absent?
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internship
a training opportunity for an advanced student or a recent graduate.
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junior
a third-year college student.
| ex, In my junior year can I study abroad?
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keep grades up
to maintain a good grade point average.
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lab
abbreviation for laboratory.
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lab assistant
a graduate student who helps in the lab.
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laboratory
a classroom equipped for experiments and research.
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lab report
an written description of the laboratory activities.
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learning assistance center
an area used to tutoring to help students..
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lecture
a presentation for a class, delivered by the professor
| ex. you should take more notes during Dr. Mit lectures.
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lecturer
a college or university teacher, usually without rank.
| ex. I can´t take notes because the lecturer speaks too fast.
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library
the building on campus where books and other research materials are kept..
