Office of Undergraduate Studies
The mission of the Office of Undergraduate Studies is to advance the goals of the university as they pertain to excellence and quality in undergraduate education, undergraduate student learning, undergraduate student development, and academic student services across all colleges and departments.
Our Services
Hicks Honors College
Leadership
Dr. Karen B. Patterson
Associate Vice President for Faculty Resources and Dean of Undergraduate Studies
Dr. Patterson oversees UNF’s Hicks Honors College, first year academic advising, Student Academic Success Services (SASS), and Undergraduate Research. Additionally, the Office of Undergraduate Studies offers support for experiential learning and study abroad through the Transformational Learning Opportunities (TLO) program. Dr. Patterson works with an array of partners from across campus to enhance UNF’s Freshman Experience, an integrated first-year program that brings together academics, residence life, and student affairs.
Constitution and Citizenship Day, September 17, 2017
Events in celebration of the anniversary of the signing of the Constitution on September 17, 1787
Popcorn and Politics: A Civil Environment to Discuss Current Political Issues
"The Constitution and the First Amendment"
Tuesday, September 12, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thomas G. Carpenter Library, Building 12, 1st Floor
Join United States Federal Judge Timothy Corrigan and Dr. Matthew Corrigan as they talk about the Constitution and the First Amendment.
Event funded by the Library Dean's Leadership Council and the UNF Department of Political Science and Public Administration. Contact Stephanie Race for more information. stephanie.race@unf.edu
Monuments and Public Memory: Past and Present Controversies Around Confederate Statues
Writing Center Roundtable with Student Activity
Monday, September 18, 11am - 12pm
Writing Center, 4/2501
Featuring Brandi Denison, Rosa DeJorio, Bill Delaney and Keith Cartwright with Linda Howell as moderator. Contact the Writing Center for more information or email Jennifer Lieberman at j.lieberman@unf.edu
Immigration and the Constitution
Tuesday, September 19, 6:00pm
Andrew Robinson Theater, 14A/1311
Florida House Representative Cord Byrd. (Nassau County and the Beaches) will be visiting Honors Colloquium to talk about immigration. He will be discussing the bill he sponsored. that would have outlawed sanctuary cities which did not become law. Here is an article from the Miami Herald that includes an interview with Representative Byrd. We have invited him to talk about immigration and the US Constitution in honor of "Constitution Week." All UNF students and faculty are welcome to sit in on the class.
On Interpretation: The Bible & the Constitution
Wednesday, September 20, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Thomas G. Carpenter Library, Collections Reading Room
Join Julie Ingersoll, Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies, as she compares how the meaning of the Constitution is interpreted over time, and how that is similar to how one may interpret important religious texts. Contact Stephanie Race for more information at stephanie.race@unf.edu
Market Days with the Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Society
Wednesday, September 20, 10am - 2 pm
Student Union Osprey Plaza
Meet the members of the Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Society as they share best practices when it comes to contacting your local, state and federal representatives. Contact Sierra Ejankowski for more information.
Discussion on Trademarks and Free Speech: "Redskins, Slants and Fuct"
Thursday, September 21, 4:30pm
9/1421
Join Dr. Amanda Reid, Associate Professor of Law at Florida Coastal School of Law and Adrienne Lerner, J.D., Director of the UNF Pre-Law Program as they discuss trademarks and free speech. Contact Sierra Ejanowski for more information. prelaw@unf.edu
Thomas G. Carpenter Library dedicates display to Constitution and Citizenship Day
Month of September
Stop by the library and see the educational display related to the content and facts regarding our founding documents. Contact Dee Robertson-Lee for more information. droberts@unf.edu
ACE Advisors Win Several Presidential Excellence Awards
Join the Office of Undergraduate Studies in congratulating the excellent staff members of the Academic Center for Excellence! For more information on the awards click here.
2016/2017 Outstanding International Service Award: Bruce Turner, Associate Director
2017 Florida Academic Advising Association Excellence in Advising Award: Jeannie Jacobs, Academic Advisor
2016/2017 Presidential Excellence SPOT Award winner: Michele Clements, Academic Advisor
2016/2017 Presidential Excellence SPOT Award winner: Katie Sarria, Academic Advisor
Meet Our Staff Spotlight
Academic Advisor in the Academic Center for Excellence; Carole Goldberg
Carole Goldberg is an Academic Advisor in the Academic Center for Excellence. She grew up in Jacksonville and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education from the University of Florida and a Master of Education at the University of North Florida. Carole has extensive experience in education, from teaching elementary school to serving as assistant principal and principal of a local private school. When choosing her next career, she was excited to “come home” to UNF and to work with and advise students embarking on their new college paths. She also enjoys travelling to spend time with her children and grandchildren.
Did You Know?
Academic Center for Excellence changing name to First Year Advising Office!
The office formerly known as the Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) will now be the First Year Advising Office. Undergraduate Studies created a new unit, Student Academic Success Services to deliver retention programming such as peer tutoring, supplemental instruction support and academic coaching. The First Year Advising Office will continue to provide intrusive, developmental advising for first year students as well as students exploring majors. First Year Advising is serving close to 1500 incoming first year students from summer and fall 2017, an increase of 15% over the 2016 incoming first year class. Our First Year Advising team is excited to partner with all of Undergraduate Studies to support the persistence and graduation of our newest members of the osprey flock.
Supplemental Instruction addresses high failure rate courses
Supplemental Instruction is a free academic program designed to help students succeed in historically difficult courses. The program provides study sessions led by students who have successfully completed the course and are eager to help their peers succeed. Students learn how to integrate course content and study skills while working together.
Facts –
Students who attend 5 or more SI sessions experience a ½ to full letter grade increase
In Fall 2016 alone, there were more than 5000 visits to SI sessions
Courses across multiple disciplines are supported, including Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Physics, & Management
Office of Undergraduate Research continuing to support hands-on research opportunities
Between Fall 2016 and Fall 2017 the Office of Undergraduate Research awarded over $35,000 in grants to promote undergraduate research. Since Summer 2016, student visits to the office grew 900%, and this Fall the Office hired 7 student Undergraduate Research Ambassadors to meet with students and visit classes. OUR has also partnered with the International Center, International Studies and International Affairs to host the inaugural International Research Symposium on November 17, 2017.
