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Starting a degree program can be an intimidating experience, often leaving one feeling isolated and anxious. However, it's important to remember that you are not alone in this journey. You are part of a diverse community of individuals who share similar feelings and experiences. Each of us comes from a unique background, shaping our perspectives and approaches to learning.

Take a moment to reflect on your own life and contemplate your emotions surrounding the beginning of your degree program. It's completely normal to have mixed feelings or even uncertainties at this stage. You can be excited and uncertain at the same time.

At LAPU, we want you to know that we are here to support you every step of the way throughout your academic journey. Our aim is to create a welcoming and inclusive community where you can thrive and succeed. Together, we will navigate ...

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Setting goals is important because it gives you a sense of direction and purpose in life. It helps you to focus your energy and efforts on what is most important to you. When you have goals, you are more likely to stay motivated and disciplined, even when things get tough. As you begin this academic journey, it is important to consider what goals you have and the things you would like to achieve.

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• Timely Care (opens in a new window)
• Support Network
  • Success Coach (opens in a new window)
    • You can also find your success coach's email in your User Profile (opens in a new window).
  • CAO/Deans [Original Media]
  • Professors (opens in a new window)
• Accessibility Office (opens in a new window)
• Military & Veterans (opens in a new window)
• Academic Programs (opens in a new window)

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• SMART...

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Understanding the many aspects of your degree program can be highly beneficial to you as a student. By learning more about your degree, the courses that you will take, the professors who bring their experience to the classroom, and the opportunities that you have to grow your career, you will be able to plan for your future. It is essential that you are aware of the program requirements, the courses, and the prerequisites that you must meet to remain on target to graduate. 

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• My Student Profile (opens in a new window)
• CAO/Deans [Original Media]
• Academic Programs (opens in a new window)

Engage

• My Student Bio Template (opens in a new window) [Original Media]

RESPOND

1. Take some time to research your program. Then, use the My Student Bio Template (opens in a new window) [Original Media] and gather the following information:
   1. Your Name
   2. Your Program Name
   3. Co...

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Identifying and understanding your individual strengths can help you achieve success and build self-confidence. As you engage with the StrengthsFinder test, you will be able to identify your strengths and determine how you can best utilize those to strengthen your relationships, set realistic goals, and build your natural, God-given talents. Laying this foundation will prepare you to apply your strengths throughout the rest of this course, as well as the rest of your academic journey.

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• Take the StrengthsFinder quiz if you have not already
• Applying Your Strengths (opens in a new window)

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Using the video recording tool, audio response, or writing option in the discussion post, address the following:

1. What are your top 5 strengths? 
2. Do you...

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Finding the resources that you need is an important step to your success. Follow the instructions below in the MyLAPU/Moodle Scavenger Hunt to locate your resources. (Start with opening a new window. Navigate to MyLAPU…)

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• Complete the MyLAPU/Moodle scavenger hunt using the following steps:
  1. Open the MyLAPU/Moodle scavenger hunt (opens in a new window) Canva template and select the "Use Template" button.
  2. Select "Continue with Google" and use your LAPU email credentials if you are asked to sign in.
     • NOTE: This will create a free Canva account. You do not need to purchase a Premium account to complete this assignment. 
  3. Use the provided template and complete the steps on the slides. Refer to the video above for a demonstration.
  4. When you are done, select "Share" and select the "Pub...

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the landscape of education. A.I. can be used to personalize learning and to obtain assistance in your studies. However, there are ethical implications to utilizing A.I. in all industries, especially in education. A.I. can be limited and can have biases that can misinform you as a student.

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• LAPU Academic Integrity (opens in a new window)

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1. Interact with Spark (opens in a new window).
2. Using the video recording tool, audio response, or writing option in the discussion post, reflect on your experience by responding to the following prompts:
   1. Assess the use of A.I. from a positive and negative perspective. 
   2. What are the benefits of using A.I.? 
   3. What are some ethical issues with the use of A.I.?
   4. What are the ...

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A series of eight videos related to the theme of Faith, Life, and Learning has been posted throughout the course. Watch the videos again and integrate relevant ideas from the videos as you reflect on the following:

1. How does your faith impact your academic experience, and how does your academic experience impact your faith?
2. What has been challenging, encouraging, or meaningful in your reflections about your faith?
3. What does it mean to bring your faith into your learning?

Requirements

• Start your conversation thread
• Posts must express an understanding of the topic and the weekly course material
• Initial posts: 250 words OR 2-3 minute Video/Audio Recording
• Personal Reflection

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In this course, you have learned about the history of LAPU, about your program, and about the many resources that exist to help you succeed. Although you may have entered this course feeling uncertain or scared, we hope that you feel excited and prepared to continue your learning journey and embark on your career. Take a few moments to reflect on what you have learned, how you have grown, and how you will move forward. To learn more about your skills, interests, and potential career paths, visit LAPU’s Career Services site. You can gain information about specific occupations, employability skills, and job outlooks in different industries.

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• LAPU Career Site (opens in a new window) (LAPU Account Log-in Required)
• Search for specific job outlooks in the Career Explorer section (opens in a new window) (LAPU Account Log-in Required)

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Using the video ...