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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

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the police on campus.

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carrel

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a private study space in the stacks of the library.

ex. there aren´t enough carrels in the library.

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chapter

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a division in a book.

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cheat

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to act dishonestly.

ex. Gary was expelled because he cheated?

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cheating

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a dishonest act.

ex. sharing answers on an exam is cheating

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check out

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to borrow

ex. you must have a library card to check out books

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class.

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the meeting place and the content of a course.

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class discussion

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an exchange of ideas during a class.

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closed out

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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

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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

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a school that grants a bachelor´s degree; an undergraduate division or a school within a university.

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commencement.

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a graduation ceremony.

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committee

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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

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computador.

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computer disk

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a magnetic disk on which computer data is stored.

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counselor

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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

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a class.

ex. how many courses are you taking this semester

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course request (form)

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a form used to register for a class.

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cram

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to study at the last minute.

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credit

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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

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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

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an administrator who ranks above a departament chair and below a vice president.

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dean´s list

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the honor roll at a college or university.

I can´t make the dean´s list this semester

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declare

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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

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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

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a division of a college or univesity organized by subject.

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department chair

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a university administrator for a division of a college or university.

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diploma

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the certificate of completion for a degree.

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dissertation

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a thesis that is written in partial fulfillment of the requirements for a doctorate.

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distance learning

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courses organized so that students can complete the requirements by computer, or other media.

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division

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a group of departments in a college or university.

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doctorate

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the degree after a master´s awarded to an academic doctor.

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dorm

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an abbreviation for dormitory.

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draft

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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

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to withdraw from a course.

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drop out

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to withdraw from a college or university.

ex. Diane dropped out after her junior year?

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due

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expected on a certain date.

ex. I can´t complete the assignment by the due date.

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elective (course)

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an optional academic course.

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enroll

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to register for a course or a university program.

ex. only a few students enroll in seminars

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essay

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a short composition on a single subject, usually presenting the personal opinion of the author.

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exam

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an abbreviation for examination.

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excused absence

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absence with the permission of the professor.

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expel

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to dismiss from school.

ex. gary was expelled because he cheated on an exam

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extension

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additional time.

ex. You mean your request for an extension was denied?

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faculty member

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a teacher in a college or university.

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fail

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to receive an unacceptable grade.

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fee

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a charge for services.

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field trip

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a trip for observation and education.

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fill-in-the blank (test)

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an objective test in which the student completes sentences by writing in the missing words.

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final (exam)

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the last examination of an academic course.

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fine

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a sum of money paid for violation of a rule.

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fraternity

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a social organization for male college students.

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fraternity row

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a street where many fraternity houses are located.

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freshman

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a first-year college student.

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full-time

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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

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to be late or off schedule.

ex. I am getting behind in my math class

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get caught up

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to bring up to date.

ex. I need to get caught up before final exams.

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G.P.A

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abbreviation for grade point average.

ex. I can´t raise my GPA if I take calculus.

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grade point average

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a scale, usually 0-4, on which grades are calculated

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grades

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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

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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

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a student who is persuing a master´s or doctorate.

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grant

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funds for research or study.

Carol received a grant for her research in psychology.

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group project

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an assignment to be completed by three or more students.

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hand back

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return an assignment.

ex. I can´t find the exam that he handed back.

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handout

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prepared notes that a teacher provides to the class.

ex. Dr. Stephen´s handouts are always very helpful.

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head resident

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the advisor for a dormitory.

ex. the head resident can help you resolve problems with your roommate.

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health center

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the clinic on campus to provide basic health care for students.

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health insurance

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protection for students who may need medical attention.

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hit the books

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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

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schoolwork done at home.

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honors

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special recognition for exceptional students.

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housing office

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an administrative office for residence halls and off-campus rentals.

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incomplete

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a grade in a course that allows students to complete requirements the following term.

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library card

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an identification card.

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library fine

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a payment for returning books and materials after the due date.

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lost and found

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an area on campus where items are kept for their owners to reclaim.

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lower-division (course)

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introductory-level courses for first and second year students..

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major

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a field of study chosen as an academic specialty.

ex. my major is environmental studies

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makeup test

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a test taken after the date of the original administration.

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married student housing

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apartments on or near campus for married students.

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mickey mouse course

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a very easy course.

ex. You thought physics was a Michey Mouse course?

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midterm

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an exam that is given in the middle of the term.

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minor

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a secondary area of study

ex. you should minoir in economics since you´re studyng prelaw.

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miss (class)

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to be absent.

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multiple-choice test

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an objective test with questions that provide several possible answer choices.

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notebook

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a book with blank pages in it for notes.

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notebook computer

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a computer with size of a notebook.

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notes

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a brief record of a lecture to help students recall the important points.

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objective test

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a test with questions that have one possible answer.

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off campus

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not on university property.

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office

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a place for university faculty and staff to meet with students and do tehir work.

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office hours

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a schedule when faculty are in their offices to meet with students..

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online course

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a course taught on the internet.

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on probation

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experiencing a trial period to improve grades before disciplinary action..

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on reserve

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retained in a special place in the library, usualy for use only in the library.

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open-book test

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a test during which students may consult their books and notes.

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orientation

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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

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a structure for parking, usually requiring payment.

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parking lot

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an area for parking.

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parking permit

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permissionn to park in certain parking lots or garages.

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parking space

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a designated area for one car.

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parking ticket

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notice of a fine due for parking in a restricted area.

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part-time

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less than the full work day or school day.

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pass back

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to return tests and assignments to the owner.

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placement office

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the office where students receive assistance in locating employment.

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plagiarize

plagiarizing

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to use someone else´s written work without giving that person credit..

136
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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)

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to publish a list and display it in a public place.

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prerequisite

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a course required before a student is eligible to take a higher-level course.

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presentation

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a lecture, speech, or demonstration in front of the class.

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professor

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a college or university teacher who ranks above an associante professor.

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program of study

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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

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an assignment that often involves the application of knowledge.

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quarter

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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

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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

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a university official in charge of keeping records.

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registration

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the process for enrolling in courses at a college or university.

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report

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a written or oral presentation of results, either of research or experimentation.

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research

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inverstigation or study

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research assistant

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a research position under the supervision of a faculty member.

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research paper

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a written report based on research.

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resident advisor

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an advisor who lives in a dormitory in order to provide supervision and counseling for the students.

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review session

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a study meeting to review material before a test, often led by the professor.

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room and board

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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

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a person who shares a room or rooms.

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schedule

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a list of courses with days, times, and locations.

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scholarship

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a grant awarded to a student.

ex, Tracy got a scholarship to attend a special summer course abroad.

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section

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one of several options for the same course.

ex. Everyone wants to take the section that Mrs Niel teachers.

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semester

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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

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a fourth-year student

ex. Laura will be a senior next semester

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short-essay test

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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

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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

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a small restaurant area where a limited menu is available.

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social security number

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a nine-digit number that is often used for student identification as well as for employment purposes.

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sophomore

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a second-year college student.

ex. a full-time student is usually a sophomore by the third semester

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sorority

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a social organization for female college students.

ex. so you did join a sorority.

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spring break

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a short vacation in the middle of the spring semester.

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stacks

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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

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an administrative branch of a college or university that provides non-instructional support services for students..

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student union

A

a building on campus where students can relax.

172
Q

studies

A

research investigations.

ex. Many studies have been conducted here at State University.

173
Q

study

A

to acquire knowledge or understanding of a subject..

174
Q

study date

A

a date in which the activity is studying.

ex. You mean you don´t have a study date tonight?

175
Q

study lounge

A

a quiet area of a dormitory where students can go to study.

176
Q

subject

A

an area of study.

ex. math is my favorite subject.

177
Q

summer school

A

the summer sessions, which are usually June through August.

ex. I can´t go to summer school this year.

178
Q

T.A

A

an abbreviation for teaching assistant.

ex. So Bill did apply to be a T,A

179
Q

teaching assistant

A

a graduate student whose teaching duties are supervised by a faculty member.

180
Q

tenure

A

an academic rank that guarantees permanent status

ex. Prof. Peterson has tenure, bus Mr. Lewis doesn~t.

181
Q

term

A

a time period when school is in session, usually a quarter or a semester

182
Q

test

A

a evaluation that is usually longer and worth more points than a quiz but shorter and worth fewer points than an exam

183
Q

textbook

A

a book that is used for a course

ex. a can´t find good used textbooks anywhere

184
Q

thesis

A

a written research report in partial fulfillment of a graduate degree
ex. I need to allow at least one semester to write my thesis.

185
Q

transcript

A

a printed copy of a student´s grades

186
Q

transfer

A

to change schools

187
Q

tuition

A

fees for instruction at a school

188
Q

tuition hike

A

an increase in the fees for instrution

189
Q

turn in

A

to submit an assignment

ex. please turn in your homework before you leave

190
Q

tutor

A

a private instructor, often another student

191
Q

tutoring

A

private instruction

192
Q

undergrad

A

abbreviation to undergraduante

193
Q

undergraduate (student)

A

a student pursuing a bachelor´s degree

194
Q

upper-division (course)

A

advanced courses for third- and fourth year students

ex. you mean grammar is an upper-division course?

195
Q

withdraw

A

to leave school

ex. you should withdraw so that you won´t have failing grades on your transcript

196
Q

work-study

A

a special program that allows study time when there is nothing to do om the job

197
Q

xerox (machine)

A

a copy machine

198
Q

instructor

A

a college or university teacher who ranks below an assistant professor.
ex. the instructor was absent?

199
Q

internship

A

a training opportunity for an advanced student or a recent graduate.

200
Q

junior

A

a third-year college student.

ex, In my junior year can I study abroad?

201
Q

keep grades up

A

to maintain a good grade point average.

202
Q

lab

A

abbreviation for laboratory.

203
Q

lab assistant

A

a graduate student who helps in the lab.

204
Q

laboratory

A

a classroom equipped for experiments and research.

205
Q

lab report

A

an written description of the laboratory activities.

206
Q

learning assistance center

A

an area used to tutoring to help students..

207
Q

lecture

A

a presentation for a class, delivered by the professor

ex. you should take more notes during Dr. Mit lectures.

208
Q

lecturer

A

a college or university teacher, usually without rank.

ex. I can´t take notes because the lecturer speaks too fast.

209
Q

library

A

the building on campus where books and other research materials are kept..

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