This page contains answers to common questions handled by our staff, along with some tips and tricks that we have found useful and presented here as questions.

1. When is the last date to drop this semester?
2. When is priority registration?
3. Why do freshmen have to come in for special interviews?
4. When will my file be sent to my department?
5. Where is the Engineering Student Affairs office?
6. Where is my department office ?
7. What is Dr. Strong (Physics) teaching?
8. What is a Charger Chaser?

When is the last date to drop this semester?

The last date to drop for Fall Semester 2004 is Wednesday, November 10,  2004.

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When is priority registration?

Priority registration for Spring semester 2005 begins November 1, 2004 and ends November 5, 2004.  You can make an appointment with your advisor prior to registration to take advantage of the Web registration.

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Why do freshmen have to come in for special interviews ?

The UAH College of Engineering is working hard to improve the success rate for our students, particularly those students in their first two years at UAH.  As part of our efforts we are meeting with all freshmen at least three times during the freshmen year.  You will need to contact our office by calling (256) 824-6877 or stop by EB 157 to schedule a time to meet with an advisor.

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When will my file be sent to my department?

Freshmen and sophomore engineering students are advised out of the Engineering Student Affairs office irrespective of their major.  Once the student has completed the calculus sequence their file is sent to their major department.  The student will be notified by mail that there file has been transferred and that they should arrange to meet with an advisor in their department to register for the next semester's classes.

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Where is the Engineering Student Affairs office?

The College of Engineering Student Affairs office is located in the Engineering Building in room 157.  This is on the south side of the building.

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Where is my department office?

What is Dr. Strong (Physics) teaching?

Dr. Strong is scheduled to teach PH111 in Spring 2005.

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What is a Charger Chaser?

A Charger Chaser is an upperclassman in Engineering who has volunteered to support the College by assisting the Offices of Engineering Student Affairs with recruiting and retention activities.

Applications for Charger Chaser positions are taken in the Spring Semester.  Charger Chasers generally, as funds permit, receive a small scholarship. 

If you want to know more about the Charger Chasers, please contact our office at 256-824-6877.

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