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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Academic Calendar
12 Online Support Services
2 Welcome Message
13 Planning Your Schedule
3 Enrollment Checklist
14-15 Academic Majors
4 Money Matters $$$
16-17 Majors with Additional Requirements
5 Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
18-19 General Education
6 MyCSI
19 Degree & Certificate Requirements
7 First Week Counts!
20-21 Helpful Contacts
8 EagleMail and Blackboard Information
22-23 Resources at Your Fingertips
9 COMPASS Test-Taking Tips
24 Transfer Guide Resource
10-11 COMPASS Placement Flowchart
25 CSI Off-Campus Advising
It is the policy of the College of Southern Idaho to provide equal educational and employment opportunities, services, and benefits to students and employees without regard
to age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, and/or disability, in accordance with the Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the
Educational Amendment of 1972, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, and all other applicable state and federal non-discrimination statutes. Appropriate consideration shall be given to veterans in accordance
with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. CSI prohibits all forms of retaliation for filing complaints of illegal discrimination or harassment.
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
2015 FALL TERM
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4/20
Registration Begins
8/23
Online Registration Ends
2015~2016
8/24
Fall Semester Begins
AUGUST 2015
8/28
Late Registration Ends
Last day to Drop
Tuition and Fees Due
Last Day for 100% Refund
9/7
Labor Day (Campus Closed)
10/12
Columbus Day (Campus Closed)
11/11
Veterans Day (Campus Closed)
11/13
Last Day to Withdraw
11/25–27
Thanksgiving Vacation
(Campus Closed Th & F)
12/14–17
Final Exams
2016 SPRING TERM
11/16
Registration Begins
1/18
Online Registration Ends
Martin Luther King Day (Campus Closed)
1/19
Spring Semester Begins
1/22
Late Registration Ends
Last day to Drop
Tuition and Fees Due
Last Day for 100% Refund
2/15
Presidents’ Day (Campus Closed)
3/21–25
Spring Vacation
4/15
Last Day to Withdraw
4/18
Summer and Fall Registration Begins
5/9–12
Final Exams
5/13
Commencement Ceremony
2016 SUMMER TERM
To Be Determined. See
www.csi.edu/currentStudents_/eagleInfo/AcademicCalendar.html
5/30 – Memorial Day (Campus Closed)
7/4 – Independence Day (Campus Closed)
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WELCOME MESSAGE
Welcome to the College of Southern Idaho (CSI),
a regionally and nationally recognized progressive
comprehensive community college. Whether you are just
beginning to think about attending college, enrolling into
classes for the first time, or returning to campus after taking
a break, we realize you may have a lot of questions. With
you in mind, the Advising Center has developed the “First
Year Advisor” booklet containing helpful strategies, contact
information, and important enrollment resources that will
guide you in the right direction for college success. After
all, students are, and will always be, our most important
priority.
As you advance on your path toward educational success,
remember that part of your educational development
should include completing your goals and ultimately
graduation with your degree and/or certificate. College completion will become your friend and should provide opportunities
in the workforce or when continuing your education at a four-year transfer institution. We proudly want you to look back
after your CSI days and say “CSI is where I started my college education….and it was rewarding!”
We invite you to contact our office with further questions regarding the “First Year Advisor” booklet. We are conveniently
located in the Matrix Center inside the Taylor Administration Building or you may call our office at (208)732-6250.
Wishing you all the best and a great start to your college experience,
~Advising Center Staff ~
Your college educational planning is a shared responsibility between you and your major advisor. As you move forward each
semester, doing your part will open doors of opportunity and develop your growth on campus.
Student Advisee Responsibilities Include:
Major Advisor Responsibilities Include:
• Learn about CSI program degree requirements,
catalog, regulations, and instructional calendar
information.
• Develop knowledge about admissions, course and program
placement, and developmental advising philosophy.
• Schedule regular advising sessions with major advisor
for appropriate course selection guidance, create
a graduation plan, and receive up-to-date campus
resources and support.
• Make informed, timely decisions based on information
contained in the CSI catalog and provided by your
major advisor.
• Log-in and access CSI EagleMail, NetPartner,
HigherOne, MyCSI, and Blackboard accounts.
• Visit the CSI website for current events and updates.
• Abide by all College policies, including the CSI Student
Code of Conduct.
You are highly encouraged to consult with your major advisor or refer to the
CSI website (www.csi.edu) for any changes or modifications which may have
occurred after the publication of this booklet. An online copy of the First Year
Advisor can be found on the Advising Center website.
• Understand and explain relationships between degree
requirements, CSI catalog regulations, and instructional
calendar information.
• Assist students with relevant career and workforce advice,
proper course sequence selection, and articulation program
agreements.
• Maintain working knowledge relating to EagleMail,
NetPartner, HigherOne, MyCSI, and Blackboard.
• Act as a referral resource to advisees to other CSI
departments or community agencies as appropriate and
necessary.
• Assist students in selecting courses that reflect individual
interests and are required or count toward degree/certificate
completion.
• Protect the privacy of students’ education records by
adhering to Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA) regulations.
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ENROLLMENT CHECKLIST
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Familiarize yourself with the process of becoming a CSI student as outlined in the steps
below. Be sure to check off the steps as you complete them to avoid missing any part of the
process. As you read through the steps, you may come across many services and resources
that are further explained in other pages of the First Year Advisor.
Apply for Admission
• Online through MyCSI-no application fee https://mycsi.csi.edu
Submit your official final transcript (high school, GED, or HSE) and all previous
college transcripts to Admissions and Records.
If you plan on applying for financial aid or scholarships, you need to do so as
soon as possible. Students should complete both their FAFSA and scholarship
applications by CSI’s priority deadline, March 1st. Don’t forget to setup your
NetPartner account and watch for your bank issued disbursement card to arrive.
Submit placement information:
• COMPASS Scores
• ACT/SAT Scores
• Official college transcripts
• Alternative credit
Register to attend a SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising and Registration)
session. Students will have the following opportunities:
• Participate in orientation activities
• Meet with program advisors
• Assistance with program admission (where applicable) and class registration
• Receive information on financial aid/scholarships
• Tips to succeed as a CSI student
Visit www.csi.edu/soar to enroll in a session!
Familiarize yourself with the official CSI catalog to learn more about college
policies and procedures. You can find the catalog online at www.csi.edu/catalog
or purchase a hard copy at the CSI Bookstore.
If you intend to live on campus be sure to submit the housing application along
with the $100 security deposit as early as possible.
http://www.csi.edu/housing
The Student Activities office also produces a list of off-campus housing that may
provide other housing options near campus for you to consider.
• Pay your tuition and fees
• Online with debit/credit card or e-check
• In person at Admissions and Records Office
• In person at any off-campus center
• Get your Student ID card
• Office of the Registrar
• Mini-Cassia Center
• Library
• Submit Certificate of Residency to Admissions and Records
• Activate your EagleMail account
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Did You Know...?
CSI has advisors for
the Health Sciences
and Human Services
(HSHS) department as
well as off-campus at
the Mini-Cassia Center
in Burley. Please contact
the HSHS department at
208.732.6730 or Burley
at 208.678.1400.
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MONEY MATTERS
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Applying for financial aid (grants, loans, scholarships and work-study) opportunities takes time. Please allow a
minimum of 6-8 weeks before the start of each semester to process your financial information. Contact the Financial
Aid and Scholarship Office to explore eligibility opportunities. Remember, the sooner you apply the better!
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How to apply for Financial Aid:
Tuition and Fees
Apply
Tuition is $120 per credit for Idaho residents from Twin
Falls, Jerome, Kootenai, Ada, or Canyon counties. There
is an additional $50 per credit out-of-district fee for Idaho
residents in other counties. Your county may pay the
additional fee if you qualify and submit the Certificate of
Residency. Out of state and foreign students are charged $280
per credit. Be sure to check your account balance in MyCSI
to review your statement. Your registration is not complete
until you have paid your tuition and fees.
Retrieve your Federal Student Aid PIN online at
www.pin.ed.gov. Complete the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.
gov and use 001619 for CSI’s school code. You can
submit this form any time after January 1st for the
2015-2016 academic year.
Complete the online CSI Scholarship application
through your MyCSI portal and select the Money
Matters tab.
How much will it cost?
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Accept
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Set up your NetPartner account online at netpartner.
csi.edu (also under the Money Matters tab) so you
can stay informed of the status of your financial aid.
You must access your account to accept, reduce or
decline awards.
An Idaho resident taking 12 credits, living in the dorms
with a meal plan would need about $5,000 each semester.
This estimate is based on a very conservative scenario and
students should adjust the amounts to meet the needs of their
lifestyle. (Check online for out-of-state and foreign tuition
and fees at – www.csi.edu/tuition.)
Tuition for 12 credits
$1440
Double occupancy in the dorms $1225
Meals (200)
$1310
Books
$500
Personal expenses, gas,
$525
entertainment, etc.
Total
$5,000 - per semester
Receive
NetPartner: Netpartner.csi.edu
MyCSI
$ Money Matters
Account Information
• My Account Info
• Bookmarks
• Financial Aid - NetPartner
• Scholarship Applications
• Financial Announcements
When your CSI bank issued disbursement card
arrives in the mail you must select your refund
preference. If your financial aid award is greater than
the amount applied toward tuition, fees, room and
board, you will receive a credit balance/refund. Do
not throw away your card! Even if you don’t want
to use the debit card, you will need it to select your
refund preference. Your options are:
1) Receive direct deposit to your bank account.
2) Open an account to activate the
debit card that was mailed to you.
3) Receive a check in the mail.
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Did You Know...?
NetPartner is an online resource that students who completed
their FAFSA or scholarship application must use to:
• Complete their financial aid planning worksheet online
• Check the status of their financial aid/scholarship file
• Download forms and documents
• View a list of documents received and
information/documents that are still missing
• View scholarship information
• Receive financial aid/scholarship award notification and
view detailed award information
• Accept, reduce, or decline awards
All FAFSA documents must be received by the following dates for Federal Financial Aid priority processing:
• Fall 2015: July 20th • Spring 2016: December 7th • Summer 2016: May 2nd
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SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP)
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What is SAP…???
U.S. Department of Education regulations require Title IV higher education institutions
to implement Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) policies that meet the requirements
detailed in the regulations. Institutions must establish standards for SAP that measure
a student’s progress toward degree completion using both qualitative and quantitative
measures. The federal legislation/regulations clarify and strengthen these requirements.
What does this means to me….???
All students seeking initial or continued federal financial aid eligibility must establish,
meet, and maintain all three minimum SAP standards. The SAP standards are evaluated
and students are notified of their current SAP standing at the conclusion of each period
of enrollment. The three policy standards are:
• Maximum Timeframe: Complete your degree within 150% of the published
number of credit hours in your declared major.
• Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA): Maintain at least a 2.0 CSI cumulative
GPA. This does not include transfer credits.
• Minimum Completion Rate: Maintain a 67% college-level credit completion rate.
Remedial courses (classes with course numbers below 100) are excluded from the
completion rate calculation.
What are the consequences if I do not
meet all three SAP standards…???
Failing to meet at least one of these standards will result in SAP Warning, and if you are
unable to get back to Good Standing the next period of enrollment, you will ultimately
be placed on SAP Suspension. Students placed on suspension are no longer eligible
for Federal Financial Aid. You will only be reinstated for federal financial aid eligibility
consideration through a submitted appeal that specifically addresses documented
extenuating circumstances. If a SAP review makes it clear that a student cannot
mathematically finish his/her declared degree/certificate program within the maximum
timeframe, the student is placed on Suspension; there will be no warning period.
So what can I do to ensure that
I stay in SAP Good Standing….???
We recommend that you follow these guidelines, which will allow you to
complete your degree/certificate within a reasonable amount of time.
• Drop courses during the first week to help eliminate unwanted “W”s
(attempted credits).
• Take a reasonable credit load to ensure you successfully complete as
many credits as you attempt.
• Don’t withdraw from courses.
• Earn good grades (don’t fail courses).
• Take courses that are required or count toward your declared major
so that you can complete your program in the timeframe allowed.
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Did You Know...?
Your graduation GPA includes
all college level coursework
receiving a letter grade taken
at CSI and all college level
transfer coursework accepted by
CSI. This GPA appears on your
transcript which you can access
through MyCSI. For more details
go to: https://mycsi.csi.edu/ics
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MYCSI
MyCSI...Your one-stop online portal!
Whether you’re looking to apply online, view the course schedule, register for classes, or
change your major, you’ve come to the right spot. Below are some guidelines to help in
registering for classes.
How to register for classes:
http://mycsi.csi.edu
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First time users will need to retrieve a PIN. A temporary
password (PIN) will be emailed to you immediately so you can
continue registering. Within 24 hours of registering for classes,
your PIN will automatically change to the default: your 8 digit
date of birth (mmddyyy).
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After logging in to MyCSI for the first time each
registration period, you will need to update your
personal information. Completing this process each
semester will allow you to continue on to the Course
Search and register for classes.
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MyCSI
Click on the Records and Registration tab and then select the Course Schedules link. Use either of
the two methods below to register for classes. The legend will help with locations and delivery types.
Records and
Registration
CSI Records
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Course Schedules
Student Schedule
Clearinghouse Self Service
Change of Major
Academic Information
My Documents
My Grades
Apply for Graduation
*Location codes are listed before the section number:
B Blaine County Campus in Hailey: ENGL 101 B01
C Twin Falls Campus ENGL 101 C01
E Eastern Idaho Technical College ANTH 102 E01
J Jerome off-campus: PHYE 144 J01
M Mini-Cassia Campus in Burley: ENGL 101 M01
N North Side Campus in Gooding: ENGL 101 N01
T Twin Falls off-campus, in the community: ENGL 101 T01
**Codes that are not location specific are listed after the
section number:
A Hybrid online and face-to-face meeting dates: ENGL 101 C01A
D Dual Credit for High School students only: ENGL 101 C01D
H Honors course has additional rigor: ENGL 101 C01H
V Video-conferencing technology: ENGL 101 C01V
W Web, no face-to-face meetings: ENGL 101 C01W
***Non-Credit Courses
S Short term training: WELD S001 C01
If you enroll in an ENGL 100 course, you must also enroll in ENGL
101A. The section numbers must be the same: ENGL 100 C04
and ENGL 101A C04.
Day Codes:
M = Monday • T = Tuesday • W = Wednesday • R = Thursday
F = Friday • S = Saturday • U = Sunday
Biology classes with a B in the course code indicate that both the
lab and the lecture are combined in one and you don’t need to
enroll in a lecture and a separate lab section: BIOL 127B C01.
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“FIRST WEEK” COUNTS!
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A large part of being a successful student at CSI involves being fully prepared for the
expectations of the semester, which includes meeting deadlines. Paying close attention to
the “First Week” of the semester will prevent you from being dropped from classes, will
help you stay on top of expenses, and will keep money in your pocket!
Here’s what you need to know:
Class Attendance:
If you do not attend the first class meeting time, your instructor may drop you for lack of
attendance. If you are enrolled in an online class, check with your instructor to complete the
attendance verification activity to avoid a class drop during the first week and negative impact
with financial aid awards. Don’t forget to check each class syllabus the first day of class so that
you understand the class expectations.
Tuition and Fees:
All tuition and fees are due on the First Friday of the semester*. Students who are unable
to pay in full can complete a Tuition Loan Agreement. The Tuition Loan Agreement allows
students to pay their tuition and fees through monthly payment amounts.
For more information go to:
http://www.csi.edu/prospectiveStudents_/studentServices/tuition_fees
Late Registration:
If you decide to add/drop classes, change to/from audit, or seek 100% tuition and fees refund,
you have until the First Friday of the semester* to make enrollment changes. Before making
changes, you should talk to your major advisor to ensure these class changes are a good fit
in your major of study. You will also avoid “W” grades, which count as attempted credits, by
dropping classes during the first week.
Note: Students can only add regular start courses, during the first week of the
term, with the permission of instructors.
If you receive permission from the instructor to add a course that has already started, you will
need to stay in close contact with your instructor to complete class attendance requirements.
To locate the instructor’s email address: Go to MyCSI,
search for the class you are registered in, and then
click on the “Course Details” area. Then, click on
the “envelope” icon which will provide you with the
instructor’s email address.
Books and Class Materials:
Getting ready to learn on the first day of class also means having books and class materials
ready to go. If you are receiving a financial aid award that can cover your books and
materials, the CSI Bookstore allows you to charge books on your refund amount a week
before classes begin.
Tip: If you drop classes the first week of the semester, the bookstore will not
exchange books that have their packaging removed.
*For summer sessions, refer to the CSI catalog for deadline details. www.csi.edu/catalog.
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Did You Know...?
It is your responsibility
to read and understand
the course syllabus. The
information provided
will help you know what
is expected of you to be
successful in the class.
If it’s in the syllabus,
it’s important to your
instructor.
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EagleMail and Blackboard are essential tools for your success at CSI. Become familiar with these services
to keep the lines of communication open between you and CSI.
EagleMail is CSI’s student e-mail system that incorporates Google Apps. Each student who registers for a credit
class receives an EagleMail account. E-mail is the primary means of written communication with CSI students.
Students are expected to check their EagleMail account regularly. Not checking e-mail regularly may lead to
missing important information, announcements, or deadlines.
eaglemail
Powered by
Tip: To forward your CSI EagleMail messages to another email account, notice the
icon in the top right
corner when you first login. Select Settings and follow the instructions under the Forwarding tab.
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Blackboard is a Learning Management System (LMS) that allows faculty to share content and communicate with
their students over the Internet. It is used to teach distance education courses, as well as to enhance courses taught
in the classroom.
• Students must activate their EagleMail accounts before they will have
access to Blackboard.
• Courses and enrollments are imported directly from our student
information system after you have registered.
• Keep in mind that not all instructors use Blackboard and some
instructors don’t allow access to their courses before the first day of class.
Login information for Blackboard and EagleMail is the same as your MyCSI
login information.
• Username: Your CSI student ID number
• Default Password: Your eight digit birthday (MMDDYYYY)
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Did You Know...?
Students have the opportunity to receive credit for courses in subject areas in which they have
knowledge or experience. View more information on Alternative Credit at:
http://advising.csi.edu/alternativecredit
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COMPASS TEST-TAKING TIPS
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The Computerized Adaptive Placement Assessment & Support System (COMPASS)
placement tests are designed to help you start on the right track with your educational
planning. COMPASS is not used to determine admission to CSI and you cannot “fail”
the tests. However, keep in mind that advisors will use scores to help you decide which
classes are best suited for your ability level, so take the COMPASS seriously. The
following tips and suggestions will help guide you throughout the COMPASS experience.
Before the test...
• Contact the Testing Center for a complimentary study guide resource. The
resource contains COMPASS sample test questions and study materials to help you
get ready for the exam.
• Check with the Testing Center to find out COMPASS testing hours, campus location,
and valid photo identification requirements. Remember, COMPASS must be started
two hours before the posted closing hours.
• The COMPASS test is un-timed, thus you can work at your normal test-taking pace.
On average, students take 1½ to 2 hours to complete the COMPASS so set aside a
few hours out of the day. If you have test anxiety or don’t do well on tests that take a
while to finish, you can request to take each COMPASS section separately.
• You may bring your own calculator, however devices with QWERTY keyboard
layouts are not allowed.
• More information about the Testing Center policies can be found at
http://www.csi.edu/ip/adc/testing/policies.htm.
• Get plenty of rest the night before taking the COMPASS and eat a nutritious meal the
day of the exam.
During the test…
• Read the directions carefully for each of the COMPASS sections and make sure you
understand how to take the computerized test.
• If you don’t understand or need further instructions on how to take the test, raise
your hand to get the attention of the test proctor. Keep in mind the test proctor will
not answer test questions for you, but will be happy to assist with test directions.
• Read the questions carefully until you understand what the question is asking. If you
aren’t completely sure about the answer to a question, still answer the question with
the best possible choice. Answering all the questions will provide better placement
information to the advisor reviewing the score results.
After the test...
• You will receive a copy of your test results immediately after completing the
COMPASS. Contact the Advising Center or your major advisor to discuss your
results and questions you may have about the test results.
• In addition to your placement score results, don’t forget to bring in questions you
may have about courses available based on your placement scores, degree interests,
and services available.
• If you feel that the test score in a specific subject isn’t reflective of your abilities, you
may take that portion of the test again free of charge. We suggest that you take some
time to review the COMPASS study guide in an attempt to improve your score.
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Did You Know...?
Students are able to charge
their books and supplies towards
their completed financial aid and
scholarships the first two weeks of
the main semesters. Students can
buy or rent textbooks in multiple
formats (new, used, loose-leaf,
and digital) where applicable.
Purchases can be made at any of
the College Campuses as well as
online at www.bookstore.csi.edu
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COMPASS PLACEMENT FLOWCHART
Writing Placement Flowchart
Zero Credit
No Charges
**Adult Basic
Education for College
Readiness
**Students with a score of 16-46 may elect to take any
of the three options. Please contact Carla Wherry at
(208) 732-6525 or email chwerry@csi.edu.
Scoring Scale
COMPASS Writing: <16
Non-native English speakers with a COMPASS
Writing score of <47 should strongly consider taking
the ESL placement test. Call (208) 732-6530 or visit
Meyerhoeffer Building, 2nd floor.
Developmental Course
**ENGL 015
Basic English and Writing
(4 cr.)
Scoring Scale
COMPASS Writing: 16-46
Meets General Ed
English Requirement
Meets General Ed
English Requirement
(Students need register for
the ENGL 100 class with the **ENGL 100 / ENG 101
same section number as their English Composition PLUS
(2 cr. + 3 cr.)
ENGL 101 class.)
ENGL 101
English Composition 1
(3 cr.)
Scoring Scale
COMPASS Writing: 70-94
ACT English: 18-24
SAT Critical Reading: 450-560
Scoring Scale
COMPASS Writing: 16-69
Meets General Ed
English Requirement
ENGL 102
English Composition 2
(3 cr.)
Scoring Scale
COMPASS Writing: 95-99
ACT English: 25-30
SAT Critical Reading: 570-690
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COMPASS PLACEMENT FLOWCHART
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Math Placement Flowchart
* Zero Credit
No Charges
Adult Basic Education
for College Readiness
* Developmental
Pilot Course
* Developmental
Course
MATH 023
Math for College
Readiness (4 cr.)
If students have
completed MATH 108
with a C or better they
have met the prerequisite
for MATH 143, 147 or
153.
Scoring Scale
COMPASS
Pre-Algebra: 38-99
Algebra: 26-45
Meets General Ed
Math Requirement
Scoring Scale
COMPASS
Pre-Algebra: 53-99
Algebra: 26-61
SAT: >460
Meets General Ed
Math Requirement
MATH 123
Math in Modern Society
(3 cr.)
Scoring Scale
COMPASS
Algebra: 46-61
ACT: ≥23 SAT: ≥460
MATH 043
Algebra for College
Readiness (4 cr.)
*MATH 147
is a single
course that is
equivalent to
MATH 143 plus
MATH 144.
*MATH 143
College Algebra
(3 cr.)
MATH 153
Elementary Statistics
(3 cr.)
Scoring Scale
COMPASS
Algebra: 62-99
College Algebra: ≥31
ACT: ≥23 SAT: ≥540
Scoring Scale
COMPASS
Algebra: 62-99
College Algebra: ≥31
ACT: ≥23 SAT: ≥540
Elective Credit
Meets General Ed
Math Requirement
*MATH 147
Pre-Calculus
(5 cr.)
Scoring Scale
COMPASS
Algebra: 62-99
College Algebra: 52-99
ACT: ≥26 SAT: ≥540
Meets General Ed
Math Requirement
Meets General Ed
Math Requirement
*MATH 144
Trigonometry
(2 cr.)
MATH 160
Brief Calculus
(4 cr.)
Scoring Scale
COMPASS
College Algebra: 52-99
Trigonometry: 31-51
ACT: ≥27 SAT: ≥620
Scoring Scale
COMPASS
College Algebra: 52-99
ACT: ≥27 SAT: ≥620
Meets General Ed
Math Requirement
MATH 170
Calculus
(5 cr.)
Scoring Scale
COMPASS
Trigonometry: 52-99
ACT: ≥29 SAT: ≥650
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Did You Know...?
The COMPASS math test has four distinct
sub-tests and each one has a different
scoring scale. Meet with your advisor to
discuss your results and get answers to
your questions regarding placement.
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ONLINE SUPPORT SERVICES
Are you attending CSI online and need some help identifying support services from the convenience of your home?
We have you covered! Several support services are just a click away and designed to meet your online education needs.
Online Degree & Certificate Options
CSI offers various degrees and certificates that can be
completed online. These degree options give students
reasonable flexibility to take classes when and where it
fits into their personal schedules. Below are the degrees /
certificates that can be completed online. Go to
www.csi.edu/coursesAndPrograms_/onlinedegree.html for
more information.
• Business, General – AA
• Business Management/Entrepreneur – AAS & TC
• Criminal Justice – AA
• Economics – AA
• Ed Assistant, Generalist – AAS & TC
• Education, Early Childhood – AA, AAS, PC & TC
• Education, Early Childhood CDA – PC
• Education, Elementary – AA
• Education, Secondary – AA (Concentrations in
Economics, History & Social Science)
• Education, Special – AA
• Geography – AA
• History – AA
• Liberal Arts – AA
• Library and Information Science – AA
• Political Science – AA
Idaho Career Information System,
Idahocis.org prides itself on creating the
only comprehensive source of career
information available anywhere that
focuses both on Idaho and national
information. CIS staff members gather
information and data from hundreds of sources and format
it in one place. Idaho CIS also promotes lifelong learning
and includes assessment, career and college planning and
financial aid resources. To login, use “csi” as the User Name
and “1career”as the password.
Remote Testing
Online students who cannot travel to the CSI campus or
one of the outreach centers can arrange to take tests by
requesting a qualified individual to monitor or proctor
their exams. Proctors must be approved through the
class instructor and complete a proctor request form.
Students can also take the COMPASS course placement
exam remotely through the ACT network of centers.
Students may have to pay a fee for tests taken outside of
the CSI campus. To learn more about proctored tests and
COMPASS remote testing, visit:
http://www.csi.edu/ip/adc/testing/proctorinfo.htm.
Career Exploration Assistance
Library Services
A great way to utilize career services when you can’t make
it to our campus is to use the following online assessment
tools at no cost.
The CSI Library offers a variety of services to online
students. You can have books checked out and shipped to
the nearest CSI Outreach Center or to your home address.
There is online access to thousands of ebooks, audiobooks,
and streaming video, and music files. Our databases contain
full text articles from a wide variety of magazines, journals,
and newspapers. Our interlibrary loan service can provide
articles that are not available online in full text, and we
can borrow books from other libraries as well. Our set of
LibGuides point to selected books, videos, and websites for
many subjects. And, when you need help finding your way
around the Library home page, get answers by clicking “Ask
a Librarian”. Visit http://www.csi.edu/Library for lots more!
MyPlan.com helps students and professionals plan more
fulfilling lives by making
well-informed decisions
about their education and
careers. Whether you’re deciding on what college to go to,
choosing a major, planning ahead for your first career, or
thinking about making a career change, MyPlan.com can
help you explore options and bring clarity and insight into
figuring out what’s right for you. Stop by the Career Center
or call 732-6259 for the current license code.
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Did You Know...?
The Early Childhood Education Learning Center serves children 6 months through 5 years of age and
provides experiences that enrich and enhance each child’s cognitive, language, social, emotional,
physical, and creative development. Call 732-6645 for more information.
http://advising.csi.edu
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PLANNING YOUR SCHEDULE
Setting up an ideal course schedule can be tricky; however, the following steps will make it easier.
STEP 1: Block out the days and times you are committed to other outside obligations such as family,
work, and travel time.
STEP 2: Remember the “2:1 Rule”. Most college courses require at least two hours of outside study for
every hour in class.
STEP 3: Use the chart below to help you decide how many credit hours to take.
Outside Time
Obligation
Commitment
Suggested Credit
Course Enrollment
40 hours/week
30 hours/week
20 hours/week
5-15 hours/week
6 credits
9 credits
12 credits
14-16 credits
Semester Term
Time
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
7:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
9:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Advisor’s Course Recommendations:
Section Number
Credit Hours
Course Title
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Did You Know...?
CSI has class times for everyone:
morning, afternoon, evening,
hybrid, independent study, and
online. Visit www.csi.edu and click
on MyCSI to view class schedules.
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ACADEMIC MAJORS
The following Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Science (AS), and Associate of Engineering (AE) academic
majors are available for students at the College of Southern Idaho. Students are highly encouraged to contact
the major advisors below for more information about each program of study’s offerings and course placement
requirements. Students completing these associate degrees should also consult closely with the intended transfer
institution of choice for successful transfer planning.
Major
Major Advisor
Major
Major Advisor
American Sign Language-AA
Dawnette Reis
dreis@csi.edu
(208)732-6881 Canyon 106C
Dance-AA
cynthiajones@csi.edu
Cindy Jones
(208)732-6474 Gym 228
Anthropology-AA
jwoods@csi.edu
Jim Woods
(208)732-6862 Hepworth 128B
Economics-AA
mslagel@csi.edu
Mike Slagel
(208)732-6453 Hepworth 174
Art-Visual-AA
bwest@csi.edu
Bill West
(208) 732-6753 Art Complex 109
Education-Bilingual Elementary-AA Raquel Arenz
rarenz@csi.edu
(208)732-6853 Canyon 106B
Biology-AS
jlloyd@csi.edu
Jayson Lloyd
(208)732-6547 Shields 202C
Education-Elementary-AA
Dr. LueLinda Egbert
legbert@csi.edu
(208)732-6890 Hepworth 123
Biology-Health Care Emphasis-AS Jayson Lloyd
jlloyd@csi.edu
(208)732-6547 Shields 202C
Education-Secondary-AA
John Hughes
jhughes@csi.edu
(208) 732-6549 Hepworth 160
Biology-Natural Resources-AS
Jayson Lloyd
jlloyd@csi.edu
(208)732-6547 Shields 202C
Education-Special-AA
Dr. Tracey Meyerhoeffer
tmeyerhoeffer@csi.edu (208)732-6874 Hepworth 120
Business-General-AA
cayers@csi.edu
Crystal Ayers
(208) 732-6436 Hepworth 173
Engineering-Agriculture-AE
Andrew Cluff
acluff@csi.edu
(208) 732-6829 Shields 206C
Chemistry-AS
Dr. Joseph Gardner
josephgardner@csi.edu (208)732-6427 Evergreen A11
Engineering-Chemical-AE
Andrew Cluff
acluff@csi.edu
(208)732-6829 Shields 206C
Communication-AA
mwasden@csi.edu
Mark Wasden
(208)732-6764 Hepworth 169
Engineering-Civil-AE
acluff@csi.edu
Computer Science-AS
pmorgan@csi.edu
Paul Morgan
(208)732-6821 Shields 206B
Engineering-Computer-AE
Andrew Cluff
acluff@csi.edu
(208) 732-6829 Shields 206C
Criminal Justice-AA
Chris Meyerhoeffer
cmeyerhoeffer@csi.edu (208)732-6873 Hepworth 128A
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Did You Know...?
Andrew Cluff
(208)732-6829 Shields 206C
Engineering-Electrical-AE
Andrew Cluff
acluff@csi.edu
(208)732-6829 Shields 206C
If you have a GPA of 3.5 or higher, you like exchanging ideas with other academically
accomplished students, and you are interested in serving your community, you could be part
of CSI’s Honors Program. Visit http://www.csi.edu/ip/hon for more information.
http://advising.csi.edu
Major
Major Advisor
Major
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Major Advisor
Engineering-Mechanical-AE
Andrew Cluff
acluff@csi.edu
(208) 732-6829 Shields 206C
Physical Ed-Exercise Science-AA
Jaime Tigue
jtigue@csi.edu
(208)732-6479 Gym 226
English-AA
wsmith@csi.edu
Whitney Smith
(208)732-6844 Shields 203B
Physical Ed-Outdoor Rec-AA
Jonathan Lord
jlord@csi.edu
(208)732-6484 Gym 229
Geography-AA
swillsey@csi.edu
Shawn Willsey
(208)732-6421 Evergreen A18
Physical Ed-Sport Management-AA Scott Rogers
srogers@csi.edu
(208)732-6488 Gym 227
Geology-AS
swillsey@csi.edu
Shawn Willsey
(208)732-6421 Evergreen A18
Physics-AS
mdaily@csi.edu
Mark Daily
(208)732-6424 Evergreen A16
Health Promotion-AA
jtigue@csi.edu
Jaime Tigue
(208) 732-6479 Gym 226
Political Science-AA
pgardner@csi.edu
Perri Gardner
(208)732-6867 Hepworth 126
History-AA
rtremayne@csi.edu
Dr. Russ Tremayne
(208)732-6885 Hepworth 125
Psychology-AA
rsimonson@csi.edu
Dr. Randy Simonson
(208)732-6858 Hepworth 116
Liberal Arts-AA
advising@csi.edu
Advising Center
(208)732-6250 Taylor Matrix
Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
Mark Daily
mdaily@csi.edu
(208)732-6424 Evergreen A16
Library & Information Science-AA Steve Poppino
spoppino@csi.edu
(208)732-6504 GRM/Library 103
Mathematics-AS
nrice@csi.edu
Nolan Rice
(208)732-6819 Shields 206F
Music-AA
bjensen@csi.edu
Brent Jensen
(208)732-6765 Fine Arts 79
Nursing-Registered-AS
vwarner@csi.edu
Valerie Warner
(208)732-6724 HSHS 107
Pharmacy (Pre)-AS
hcampbell@csi.edu
Dr. Heidi Campbell
(208)732-6429 Evergreen A12
Megan Jacobson
(208)732-6426 Evergreen A10
mjacobson@csi.edu
Physical Education K-12-AA
Jonathan Lord
jlord@csi.edu
(208)732-6484 Gym 229
Physical Ed-Athletic Training-AA Jaime Tigue
jtigue@csi.edu
(208)732-6479 Gym 226
Social Work-AA
kkoontz@csi.edu
Kerry Koontz
(208)732-6878 Hepworth 128B
Sociology-AA
mreynolds@csi.edu
Matt Reynolds
(208)732-6861 Hepworth 118
Spanish -AA
rarenz@csi.edu
Raquel Arenz
(208)732-6853 Canyon 106B
Theatre-AA
sbrown@csi.edu
Shane Brown
(208)732-6774 Fine Arts 81
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Majors listed on this page are programs that have additional admission requirements. Students must successfully
be admitted to the program prior to declaring the degree as a major. Students are highly advised to work closely
with the major advisors below for assistance with the program admission process. Students may select an academic
major from pages 14-15, which reflect their course taking behavior, while working towards program acceptance.
Major
Major Advisor
Major
Major Advisor
Accounting/Bookkeeping-AAS
Candace Boesiger
cboesiger@csi.edu (208)732-6410 Canyon 124H
Baking & Pastry-AAS, PC & TC
Pandora Handley
phandley@csi.edu (208)732-6380 Canyon 106E
Addiction Studies-AAS & TC
Mary Christy
mchristy@csi.edu
(208)732-6713 HSHS 132
Business Mgmt/Entrepre-AAS & TC Robin Bagent
rbagent@csi.edu
(208)732-6392 Hepworth 165
Administrative Assistant-AAS & TC Lori Garnand
lgarnand@csi.edu
(208)732-6317 Canyon 105B
Cabinetmaking/Wood-AAS, PC & TC Ken Triplett
ktriplett@csi.edu
(208)732-6335 Canyon 133
Agri-Business-AAS & TC
Jim Wilson
jwilson@csi.edu
(208)732-6403 Evergreen A39
Computer Support Technician-TC Kirk Ruby
kruby@csi.edu
(208)732-6316 Canyon 124G
Agriculture-AA & AS
jwilson@csi.edu
Culinary Arts-AAS, PC & TC
Michael Johnson
mjohnson@csi.edu
(208)732-6381 Desert 107A
Jim Wilson
(208)732-6403 Evergreen A39
Air Cond-Refrig & Heat-AAS, PC&TC Mike LaPray
mlapray@csi.edu
(208)732-6393 ATIC 110
Dental Assistant-TC
tbowcut@csi.edu
Tonja Bowcut
(208)732-6708 HSHS 125
Animal Science-AAS & AS
Dr. Barry Pate
bpate@csi.edu
(208)732-6415 Evergreen A38
Dental Hygiene-AAS
charding@csi.edu
Cindy Harding
(208)732-6722 HSHS 123
Animal Science Livestock Tech-TC Dr. Barry Pate
bpate@csi.edu
(208)732-6415 Evergreen A38
Diesel Technology-AAS & TC
Levi Perkins
lperkins@csi.edu
(208)732-6371 Desert 104
Aquaculture-AAS & TC
Steve Rivas
srivas@csi.edu
(208)733-3972 Fish Hatchery
Digital Media-AAS & TC
Teresa Sept
tsept@csi.edu
(208)732-6315 Canyon 103A
Auto Body Technology-AAS & TC Dick Frey
rhfrey@csi.edu
(208)732-6336 Canyon 128
Drafting-AAS & TC
pferrell@csi.edu
Auto Collision Repair-PC
Dick Frey
rhfrey@csi.edu
(208)732-6336 Canyon 128
Ed Assistant-General-AAS & TC Dr. Tracey Meyerhoeffer
tmeyerhoeffer@csi.edu (208)732-6874 Hepworth 120
Auto Refinishing -PC
rhfrey@csi.edu
Education-Early Childhood-AA
Dr. Evin Fox
efox@csi.edu
(208)732-6872 Hepworth 121
Dick Frey
(208)732-6336 Canyon 128
Automotive Service Educ Program-AAS David Rodriquez
drodriquez@csi.edu
(208)732-6334 Canyon 130
Pat Ferrell
(208)732-6326 ATIC 129
Educ-Early Childhood-AAS, PC & TC Ellen Neff
eneff@csi.edu
(208) 732-6870 Hepworth 122
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Major
Major Advisor
Major
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Major Advisor
Educ-Early Childhood CDA-PC
Ellen Neff
eneff@csi.edu
(208)732-6870 Hepworth 122
Network Systems Technician-AAS RD Van Noy
rvannoy@csi.edu
(208)732-6309 Canyon 124F
Emergency Medical Tech-PC & TC Blaine Larsen
blainelarsen@csi.edu (208)732-6710 HSHS 127
Nursing-Practical-TC
tpehrson@csi.edu
Tammy Pehrson
(208)732-6727 HSHS 121
Environmental Technology-AAS & TC Jeff Cooper
jcooper@csi.edu
(208)732-6405 Evergreen A36
Paramedic-AAS & TC
blarsen@csi.edu
Blaine Larsen
(208)732-6710 HSHS 127
Equine Business Mgmt-AS
Jim Knight
jknight@csi.edu
(208)732-6414 Evergreen A33
Physical Therapist Assistant-AAS Jason Sumsion
jsumsion@csi.edu
(208)732-6712 HSHS 124
Equine-Horse Mgmt-AAS & TC
Jim Knight
jknight@csi.edu
(208)732-6414 Evergreen A33
Radiological Technology-AAS
Dr. Gary Lauer
glauer@csi.edu
(208)732-6719 HSHS 181
Equine Studies-AA
jknight@csi.edu
Surgical First Assisting-AAS
Carrie Nutsch
cnutsch@csi.edu
(208)732-6715 HSHS 134
Jim Knight
(208)732-6414 Evergreen A33
Fire Service Technology-AAS
Dr. John Miller
jmiller@csi.edu
(208)732-6280 Taylor 251
Surgical Technology-AAS
Janet Milligan
jmilligan@csi.edu
(208)732-6706 HSHS 135
Food Processing Technology-AAS & TC Janna Hamlett
jhamlett@csi.edu
(208)732-6376 ATIC 116
Ben Hamlett
bhamlett@csi.edu
(208)732-6374 ATIC 116
Surgical/Central Sterile Process Tech-PC Carrie Nutsch
cnutsch@csi.edu
(208)732-6715 HSHS 134
Horticulture-AA, AS, AAS & TC
Chance Munns
cmunns@csi.edu
(208)732-6431 Evergreen A32
Hospitality Management-AAS & TC Dianne Jolovich
djolovich@csi.edu
(208)732-6407 Desert 107A
IT Development and Security
Brian Gergens
bgergens@csi.edu
(208)732-6313 Canyon 124E
Veterinary Technology-AAS
Dr. Jody Rockett
jrockett@csi.edu
(208)732-6408 Evergreen A34
Water Resource Mgmt-PC & TC
Jeff Cooper
jcooper@csi.edu
(208)732-6405 Evergreen A36
Welding Technology-AAS, PC & TC Hank Bauman
hbauman@csi.edu
(208)732-6373 Desert 100VB
Wind Energy Technician-AAS & TC Kip Morris
kmorris@csi.edu
(208)293-8720 ATIC 128
Law Enforcement-AAS, PC & TC Don Hall
dhall@csi.edu
(208)732-6339 Canyon 206
Manufacturing Technology-AAS & TC James Kellis
jkellis@csi.edu
(208)732-6379 ATIC 124
Medical Assistant-TC
kmahannah@csi.edu
Kara Mahannah
(208)732-6728 HSHS 133
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Did You Know...?
Your graduation GPA includes all college level
coursework receiving a letter grade taken at CSI
and all college level transfer coursework accepted
by CSI. This GPA appears on the graduation audit
report which you can access through MyCSI. For
more details go to: https://mycsi.csi.edu/ics
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GENERAL EDUCATION
General Education Core Courses
The general education core is intended to apply to all
degrees and certificates recognized by the State Board of
education (SBOE). A central component of SBOE policy is
the requirement that a student working toward a degree or
certificate must complete coursework in the general education
core.
In our rapidly-changing world, students need to understand
how knowledge is generated and created. They need to adapt
to new knowledge and opportunities as they arise, as well as
effectively communicate and collaborate with increasing diverse
communities and ways of knowing. In combination with a
student’s major, General Education competencies prepare
students to use multiple strategies in an integrative manner,
to explore, critically analyze, and creatively address real-world
issues and challenges. Course work provides graduates with
an understanding of self, the physical world, the development
and functioning of human society, and its cultural and artistic
endeavors, as well as an understanding of the methodologies,
value systems, and thought processes employed in human
inquiries. General Education helps instill students with the
personal and civic responsibilities of good citizenship. General
Education prepares graduates as adaptive, life-long learners.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
General Education Courses
AA & AS
AAS
ENGL 101
ENGL 102
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3
General Education Course
AA, AS, AAS
COMM 101
3
Fundamentals of Oral Communication
3
MATHEMATICAL WAYS OF KNOWING
General Education Courses
AA & AS
AAS
MATH 123
MATH 130
MATH 143
MATH 153
MATH 147
MATH 160
MATH 170
3
3
Math in Modern Society
Finite Math (Retired)
College Algebra
Elementary Statistics
Precalculus
Brief Calculus
Calculus 1
3
4
3
3
5
4
5
SCIENTIFIC WAYS OF KNOWING
General Education Groups
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English Composition 1
English Composition 2
ORAL COMMUNICATION
All general education courses meet the requirements for GEM
designation in the state of Idaho.
Specific General Education groups may be removed from
the above curricula of those majors in the same area as
the General Education group. These include Humanities,
Mathematics, Science, and Social Science.
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3
General Education Courses
AA & AS (2 different disciplines/1 lab)
8
AGRI 180
BIOL 100
BIOL 120
BIOL 201
BIOL 221
BIOL 227
BIOL 228
CHEM 100
CHEM 101
CHEM 102
CHEM 111
GEOG 100
GEOL 101
GEOL 102
GEOL 104
PHYS 100
PHYS 101
PHYS 111
PHYS 112
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
Food System Science
Concepts of Biology
Environmental Science
Biology 1
Introductory to Microbiology
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
Chemistry in Everyday Life
Introduction to Chemistry
Essentials of Organic & Biochemistry
Principles of Chemistry 1
Physical Geography
Physical Geology
Historical Geology
Natural Disasters & Environmental Geology
Survey of Physics
Survey of Astronomy
General Physics 1
General Physics 2
*Note: See advisor for details.
http://advising.csi.edu
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A graduation GPA of 2.0 or better is required for
graduation with a degree or certificate.
HUMANISTIC AND ARTISTIC WAYS OF KNOWING
Associate of Arts
General Education Courses
AA & AS (2 different disciplines)
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ARTS 101
ARTS 102
DANC 101
ENGL 126
ENGL 175
ENGL 215
ENGL 257
ENGL 258
ENGL 267
ENGL 268
ENGL 277
ENGL 278
FREN 101
FREN 102
HUMA 101
HUMA 102
JAPN 101
JAPN 102
MUSI 100
MUSI 108
PHIL 101
PHIL 202
PORT 101
PORT 102
SIGL 101
SIGL 102
SIGL 201
SIGL 202
SPAN 101
SPAN 102
SPAN 201
SPAN 202
THEA 101
THEA 201
THEA 202
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
3
3
4
4
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
3
3
3
Art History 1
Art History 2
Dance Appreciation
Film & Literature
Introduction to Literature
Survey of World Mythology
Western World Literature 1
Western World Literature 2
Survey of English Literature 1
Survey of English Literature 2
Survey of American Lit 1
Survey of American Lit 2
Elementary French 1
Elementary French 2
Intro to Humanities 1
Intro to Humanities 2
Elementary Japanese 1
Elementary Japanese 2
Music Appreciation
Survey of Jazz & Pop Music
Introduction to Philosophy
Ethics
Elementary Portuguese 1
Elementary Portuguese 2
American Sign Language 1
American Sign Language 2
American Sign Language 3
American Sign Language 4
Elementary Spanish 1
Elementary Spanish 2
Intermediate Spanish 1
Intermediate Spanish 2
Theatre Appreciation
Theatre History 1
Theatre History 2
SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL WAYS OF KNOWING
General Education Courses
Social Science AA & AS (2 different disciplines)
AAS
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3
ANTH 101
ANTH 102
CRIJ 103
ECON 201
ECON 202
GEOG 102
GEOG 200
HIST 101
HIST 102
HIST 111
HIST 112
POLS 101
POLS 102
POLS 221
PSYC 101
SOCY 101
SOCY 105
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Physical Anthropology
Cultural Anthropology
Introduction to Law & Justice
Principles of Macroeconomics
Principles of Microeconomics
Cultural Geography
World Regional Geography
Western Civilization 1
Western Civilization 2
US History 1
US History 2
American National Government
Intro to Political Science
Intro to International Relations
General Psychology
Introduction to Sociology
Human Relations
General Education Hours (minimum 36 credits)
Oral Communication
Written Communication
Humanistic and Artistic Ways of Knowing (2 diff. disciplines)
Mathematical Ways of Knowing
Scientific Ways of Knowing (2 courses with 1 lab course)
Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing (2 diff. disciplines)
Other General Education Courses
HLTH 155 Health & Wellness
or 2 HACT/HREC/DANC activities
Minimum Hours Required for this Degree
Associate of Science
General Education Hours (minimum 36 credits)
Oral Communication
Written Communication
Humanistic and Artistic Ways of Knowing (2 diff. disciplines)
Mathematical Ways of Knowing
Scientific Ways of Knowing (2 courses with 1 lab course)
Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing (2 diff. disciplines)
Other General Education Courses
Minimum Hours Required for this Degree
Academic Certificate
General Education Hours (minimum 36 credits)
Written Communication
Oral Communication
Mathematical Ways of Knowing
Scientific Ways of Knowing
Humanistic and Artistic Ways of Knowing
Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing
Other General Education Courses
Minimum Hours Required for this Certificate
Associate of Applied Science
General Education Hours (minimum 15 credits)
Oral Communication
Written Communication
Mathematical Ways of Knowing
Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing
Other General Education Courses
Minimum Hours Required for this Degree
Advanced Technical Certificate
General Education Hours (minimum 9 credits)
Oral Communication or Written Communication
Mathematical Ways of Knowing
Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing
Minimum Hours Required for this Certificate
Intermediate Technical Certificate
General Education Hours (minimum 9 credits)
Oral Communication or Written Communication
Mathematical Ways of Knowing
Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing
Minimum Hours Required for this Certificate
Hours
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6
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8
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4
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Basic Technical Certificate
Hours
Hours Required for this Certificate
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HELPFUL CONTACTS AT A GLANCE
As you read through the First Year Advisor booklet, you will come across many services and resources
which will be valuable your first year and beyond. This page will become your directory contact so keep
this page close to you at all times!
Resource
Location
Phone
E-mail
Admissions
Taylor Administration Bldg., 2nd Floor
(208)732-6221
admissions@csi.edu
Advising Center
Taylor Administration Bldg., Matrix
(208)732-6250
advising@csi.edu
Aramark Food Service
Taylor Administration Bldg., 2nd Floor
(208)732-6635
foodservice@csi.edu
Athletics
Gym, Room 249
(208)732-6836
jbate@csi.edu
Blaine County Center
1050 Fox Acres Rd, Hailey ID 83333
(208)788-2033
hstar@csi.edu
Bookstore
Taylor Administration Bldg., 1st Floor
(208)732-6550
csibookstore@csi.edu
Boise State University Office
Hepworth Bldg., Room 144D
(208)732-6284
christybowman@boisestate.edu
Business Office
Taylor Administration Bldg., 1st Floor
(208)732-6212
manderson@csi.edu
Campus Safety & Security
McManaman Bldg.
(208)732-6605
security@csi.edu
Career & Counseling Services
Student Union Building, Room 174
(208)732-6259
kwoods@csi.edu
Center for New Directions
Student Union Building, Room 174
(208)732-6688
pweber@csi.edu
Community Education Center
Taylor Administration Bldg., Rm 202
(208)732-6442
dgause@csi.edu
Dual Credit
Taylor Administration Bldg., 2nd Floor
(208)732-6280
jmiller@csi.edu
Early Learning Center
Child Care Center Building
(208)732-6645
jpatterson@csi.edu
English as a Second Language
Advisor
Meyerhoeffer Bldg., 2nd Floor
(208)732-6535
rbjensen@csi.edu
Financial Aid Office
Taylor Administration Bldg., Matrix
(208)732-6273
csifinancialaid@csi.edu
Health Science &
Human Services Advisor
HSHS Building, Room 110
(208)732-6730
hclark@csi.edu
Help Desk
Canyon Bldg., Room 113B
(208)732-6311
helpdesk@csi.edu
Honors Program
Aspen, Room 166
(208)732-6266
bdobbs@csi.edu
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Did You Know...?
The Learning Assistance Program provides lots of helpful information on a variety of studying
tips. Writing papers, managing time and taking notes are just a few of the topics covered at the
Student Success Resources websites: http://www.csi.edu/ip/adc/lap/resources.htm
http://advising.csi.edu
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Resource
Location
Phone
E-mail
Information Office
Taylor Administration Bldg., 1st Floor
(208)732-6261
cwest@csi.edu
Idaho State University Office
Hepworth Bldg., 144A/B
(208)732-6449
Vaagchri@isu.edu
Learning Assistance Center
Meyerhoeffer Bldg., 2nd Floor
(208)732-6685
kpowell@csi.edu
Library
Meyerhoeffer Bldg., 1st Floor
(208)732-6500
tfattig@csi.edu
Mini-Cassia Center
1600 Parke Ave., Burley ID 83318
(208)678-1400
achristopherson@csi.edu
North Side Center
202 14th Ave. E., Gooding ID 83330
(208)934-8678
ebryant@csi.edu
Office on Aging
Office on Aging Building
(208)736-2122
smccampbell@ooa.csi.edu
Office of the Registrar
Taylor Administration Bldg., Matrix
(208)732-6795
records@csi.edu
Refugee Center
1526 Highland Ave. E., Twin Falls ID
(208)736-2166
zrwasama@spro.net
Student Activities
Taylor Administration Bldg., 2nd Floor
(208)732-6224
studentactivitiesoffice@csi.edu
Student Disability Services
Taylor Administration Bldg., 2nd Floor
(208)732-6260
accessability@csi.edu
Student Housing
Taylor Administration Bldg., 2nd Floor
(208)732-6575
angelaursenbach@csi.edu
Student Recreation Center
Rec Center, Main Floor
(208)732-6470
johntwiss@csi.edu
Technical Competency Credit
Taylor Administration Bldg., Room 269
(208)732-6280
khornbacher@csi.edu
Testing Center
Meyerhoeffer Bldg., 2nd Floor
(208)732-6532
campustesting@csi.edu
Trans IV Transportation
496 Madrona St. Twin Falls, ID 83301
(208)736-2133
transiv@cableone.net
University of Idaho Office
Evergreen Building, Room B54
& Hepworth Bldg., Room 144E
(208)736-3600
(208)933-2308
akriwox@uidaho.edu
keller@uidaho.edu
Veterans Services
Taylor Administration Bldg., Matrix
(208)732-6239
skerr@csi.edu
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Did You Know...?
The Outdoor Program offers activities from skiing and snowboarding, whitewater rafting, kayaking,
backpacking and hiking. Checkout upcoming events at: http://www.csi.edu/outdoors
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RESOURCES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Now that you have “thumbed” through the first few pages of this booklet, the next two pages will provide you with some
helpful insight towards commonly used student service resources. Each of the services provides “hands-on” assistance as you
navigate your way through CSI.
Student Housing
Website: csi.edu/housing
Eagle Hall Dorms
Eagle View Apartments
(208) 732-6575
The CSI dormitory, Eagle Hall, will
accommodate 128 women and 120
men in separate wings. Students are
required to purchase a meal plan with
this living arrangement. Cable TV and
Internet are provided as well as many
other amenities. The activity center
provides a gathering place for many
dorm activities such as dances, pizza
parties, video nights or just a place to
“hang out”.
(208) 733-0740
These apartments are located just off
of main campus at 1322 Washington
Street North. Floor plan options
include 1, 2 or 3 bedroom units.
These units are equipped with a stove,
refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage
disposal, and on-site laundry facility.
Utilities include cable TV, Internet,
water and trash.
Veterans Services
Phone: (208)732-6239
Location: Taylor Bldg. Matrix
We are thankful for the service and
sacrifice that current service members
and veterans have made and continue
to make for our country. CSI wants to
make the process for receiving Veteran
Affairs (VA) educational benefits as
easy as possible. Please stop in the
Matrix or visit the Veterans Services
webpage for more information.
Phone: (208)732-6470
(208) 733-0740
These apartments were constructed in
Fall of 2013. They are located just off of
main campus at 225 Falls Avenue West.
The units are two bedroom and equipped
with a stove, refrigerator, dishwasher,
garbage disposal, air conditioner, and onsite laundry facility. Utilities include cable
TV, Internet, water, trash and electricity.
Northview Apartments
www.csi.edu/veteransservices
Services offered:
• Assistance with applying and general questions
• GI Bill (Dept. of Veteran Affairs)
• Tuition Assistance
• Campus Resources
• Certification of VA education benefits
• Veterans Club Information
Student Recreation Center
Location: Student Recreation Center
Website: recreation.csi.edu
The CSI Student Recreation Center is a 24,000 square foot facility which includes a full court basketball court, two volleyball
courts, elevated track, spinning room, cardio-aerobic room, cardio loft and hall with treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, stair
steppers, rower, and a strength weight room with resistant machines and plate loaded stations.
We have great hours of service to suit
• Drop-in Classes
your schedule. Come in and see what
• Indoor & Outdoor Intramurals
we have to offer and get involved with
• Outdoor Programs
a program that fits your interest.
• Indoor/Outdoor Challenge Course
• Fitness Assessments
http://advising.csi.edu
Student Disability Services
Phone: (208)732-6260
Location: Taylor Bldg. 2nd Floor
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Website: www.csi.edu/disability
CSI Student Disability Services help build and maintain partnerships with students, faculty, staff,
and administrators in order to promote an accessible, non-discriminatory learning, teaching, and
working environment meeting the needs of students with disabilities.
For more information regarding Student Disability Services, please contact our office.
Phone: (208)732-6685
Learning Assistance Center (LAC)
Location: Meyerhoeffer Bldg. 2nd Floor
Website: www.csi.edu/ip/adc/lap
The LAC offers educational support services regarding:
Tutoring services are covered by your
• Drop-in tutoring
student tuition and fees, thus are available
• Videotaped instruction
at no cost!
• Study tables
• Computer lab usage
• Tutoring in Math, Writing, Sciences, and Computer
Literacy Assessment
Please note: Tutors may not be available in all subject areas during open hours. Tutor schedules can be found on the Learning
Assistance Center’s website.
Phone: (208)732-6259
Career and Counseling Services
Career Center
• Offers a wealth of information
on hundreds of careers to help
you research career options and
educational goals
• Provides practical training in
the techniques of successful job
searching
• Eagle Jobs services are available
for students who are seeking
employment opportunities
Location: Taylor Bldg. SUB 174
Website: http://careers.csi.edu
Counseling Services
Center for New Directions
Assists students with short-term
personal counseling to cope with social
or behavioral issues that interfere with
their educational progress
Provides services and resources for
professional technical students who are:
• Single Parents
• Displaced Homemakers
• Enrolled in Non-Traditional
Occupations for their gender
Workshops are available in Career Exploration, Successful Job Seeking, and Test Anxiety. Services are available to you at
no cost. Please visit the website for workshop information or call to make an appointment.
Phone: (208)732-6224
Student Activities
Location: Taylor Bldg. SUB 2nd floor Website: www.csi.edu/studentactivities
Being involved in activities beyond the classroom is
an important part of your college experience. We look
forward to working with you to make your educational
experience the best that it can be!
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•
Clubs and Organizations
Student Government
Campus Recreation
Outdoor Program
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TRANSFER GUIDE RESOURCE
www.csi.edu/transferguide
CSI has developed a transfer guide website to assist students in navigating the transfer process from CSI to another
regionally accredited college or university. The Advising Center is here to help you make connections to the
resources you need for a successful transfer.
Select this link and then find
the school that you plan to
attend and click on the Course
Equivalency Guide. Search for
CSI and then you can view by
course. These are unofficial
course evaluations and are
provided as a convenience
for prospective students.
Contact the Registrar’s Office
at the transfer institution for
verification of transferability.
Bachelor Degrees
available in Twin Falls:
• Agricultural Science Communication &
Leadership – Uof I
• Business Administration - BSU/LCSC*
(Accountancy & General Business - BSU)
• Criminal Justice - BSU
• Early Childhood - ISU/LCSC*
• Elementary Education - ISU
• Emergency Management* - ISU
• Fire Service Administration* - ISU
• General Studies - ISU
• Management* - LCSC
• Multidisciplinary Studies* - BSU
• Nursing (RN to BSN)* - BSU/ISU/LCSC
• Psychology* - Uof I
• Respiratory Care* - BSU
• Social Work – BSU
• Workplace Training & Leadership - ISU
*Online programs
Christy Bowman
Hepworth Building 144D
(208)732-6284
christybowman@boisestate.edu
Chris Vaage or Lesa Wagner
Hepworth Building 144A/B
(208)732-6449 or 736-2101
vaagchri@isu.edu or
wagnlesa@isu.edu
Soo Lee Bruce-Smith
or Brock Astle
(208)792-2378 or 859-3778
slbruce@lcsc.edu or jbastle@lcsc.edu
Amanda Moore-Kriwox
Evergreen Building Room B64
(208)736-3624 kriwox@uidaho.edu
Steve Keller
Hepworth Building 144E
(208)933-2308 keller@uidaho.edu
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CSI OFF-CAMPUS ADVISING
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CSI provides access to higher education throughout South Central Idaho by offering classes and student services at offcampus centers in Burley, Gooding, and Hailey. The off-campus centers provide convenient locations for students in rural
areas to work toward a degree, prepare to transfer to a four-year institution, or take classes to gain skills for a career change.
In addition, each center also offers a wide range of community education non-credit classes to promote learning and creative
exploration for people of all ages. At the CSI off-campus centers, students can truly stay near and go far!
IDAHO
Blaine County Center
http://offcampus.csi.edu
Community Campus Room 408
1050 Fox Acres Road
Hailey, ID 83333
Phone: 208-788-2033
E-mail: hstar@csi.edu
Website: www.csi.edu/blaine
Eastern Idaho Center
1235 Jones Street
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
Phone: (208) 357-4527
E-mail: JSakelaris@csi.edu
• Hailey
North Side Center
• Idaho
• Gooding
Falls
Twin Falls
• Burley
202 14th Ave. E.
Gooding, ID 83330
Phone: 208-934-8678
E-mail: ebryant@csi.edu
Website: www.csi.edu/northside
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off-campus using Internet Phone (IP)
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pus center to set up
an advising session.
Mini-Cassia Center
1600 Parke Avenue
Burley, ID 83318
Phone: 208-678-1400
E-mail: achristopherson@csi.edu
Website: www.csi.edu/minicassia