Winter JumpStart
Monday, January 6 | 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. | In person (AT 216) or Online via ZOOM
(Re) Start the new year with some refreshers, resources, and tools to set you on the right direction. Get the inside scoop on what’s expected of you!
Topics covered:
Refresh your knowledge on all aspects of academic communication, including testing, writing, and presenting.
Gain a clear understanding of assignment guidelines and grading rubrics.
Connect with SMU professors and explore available support services.
Benefits:
Get a head start on preparing for classes and academic success
Receive a co-curricular credit—a steppingstone for future opportunities
Meet other students and start making friends
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Schedule
| Time | Session Name |
|---|---|
| 10:00–10:15 | Welcome/Sign-In |
| 10:20–11:15 | What It Means to Write an Essay/Critical Thinking |
| 11:20–12:15 | Reading Rubrics and Assignment Guidelines |
| 12:20–1:00 pm | Lunch (Hot Chocolate Station + Snacks) |
| 1:00–2:00 | Pre-Writing and Thesis Development/Writing |
| 2:00–2:50 | Academic Integrity: Understanding Academic Citation Styles and Artificial Intelligence |
| 2:50–3:00 | Wrap-Up |
