Orientation

Spring Semester 2009 Orientation Dates

Orientation is required for all new students (freshman, transfers and non-traditional) attending our Sault Ste. Marie campus. Admission must be complete prior to attending orientation. 

• Friday, December 5, 2008
• Friday, January 9, 2009
  
  
• REMINDER: Classes begin on Monday, January 12, 2009

During orientation you will:

• Learn important policies and procedures that will help you succeed in your academic career.
• Learn about the numerous university services that are available to you as an LSSU student. 
• Meet with an academic advisor and register for your spring semester classes.
• Have your picture taken and receive your Laker ID card.
• Register your vehicle and receive your parking permit (if applicable). 

Placement Exams

Your course placement in English and mathematics will be determined by your ACT/SAT scores, unless you have transfer credit for these content areas.  View Course Placement Chart

LSSU uses the COMPASS® testing instrument for placement exams.  COMPASS® exams are available at numerous community colleges and universities, if you are interested in taking the exams closer to home, contact Testing Services for detailed information and a location near you.

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• If you want to challenge your course placement (refer to above link for placement chart)
• If you do not have ACT/SAT scores, COMPASS® scores or transfer credit in these content areas. It is strongly recommended that all exams be completed PRIOR to orientation. 
• SEATING FOR THE EXAMS IS LIMITED AND ADVANCED REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.  

Spring Semester 2009 Placement Exam Dates:

• Friday, December 5, 2008 (morning testing)
• Wednesday, January 7, 2009 (morning testing)
• Thursday, January 8, 2009 (afternoon testing)

For additional information on placement testing, please contact:

Carol Boger, Director of Testing Services
906-635-2027
cboger@lssu.edu

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