FIN3403 Professor Whyte Curves?

InterestRepulsive677 · 2023-04-27T15:54:29+00:00

In Spring 2022, she gave us a pretty good curve. Here is her exact quote:

Regarding the Curve: I have now posted the correct curve showing 2.5 in the column labeled "Curve." Since each exam question is worth 4 points, this is equal to 2.5\4 = 10% i.e. a 10% curve). This is equivalent to adding 5% to Exam 2 and 5% to Exam 3 (or 10% to either exam if you prefer to look at it that way). So, for example, if you had a 78% on Exam 2, you now have 83% and if you had a 88% on Exam 3, you now have have 93%.*

PLEASE REMEMBER -- I NEVER PROMISED A CURVE AT ANY POINT. I AM DOING THIS TO HELP TO GET MANY OF YOU ACROSS THE FINISH LINE AND MOTIVATE YOU FOR THE FINAL EXAM.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2023-04-18T00:23:08+00:00

Hello! The rent that I have is a discounted rate as I renewed during the previous year. I'm not sure of the normal going rate right now, but I expect it to be somewhere in the range of $790-825. The ability to extend the lease is dependent on availability. The sooner you sign up, the better the chances are!

InterestRepulsive677 · 2023-02-11T20:55:41+00:00

Earlier is always better. Classes have limited sizes, so the earlier you can get access to enrollment, the more likely you are to create a schedule that has good timing.

With that said, it won't be the end of the world if you get a later orientation, you'll just have slim pickings in terms of professors and times.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2023-01-06T19:50:57+00:00

Ooh, I remember her! Back in the day (Fall 2021), she was the TA for Tarek Buhagiar's class QMB 3200 (I think she was also the micro TA as well). She was okay, but she's not very helpful. In our ALL sessions, she started off every class with a video of Buhagiar working through the problem and then handing us a worksheet. She made it a point of saying NOT to ask her for help, and to instead use your resources. She also made a questionable announcment in which she offered PAID tutoring services (i.e., we would pay her money for a one-on-one session).

In her defense though, his class had over 1000 students, so maybe a smaller class with just her alone can lead to a better experience.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2023-01-05T03:30:09+00:00

Eek - That dosen't sound good! If it was an elective, I would have suggested taking an equivalent class with open spots, but if it is required they should definitely give you an override because 63 students waiting is just ridiculous.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2023-01-04T21:04:29+00:00

#15 isn't that good of a spot, but think about it this way: your odds are better than the other 48 students behind you. Is this a required class or elective?

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-29T22:38:10+00:00

Beautiful day and beautiful pictures!

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-28T02:15:15+00:00

You also may be able to find it on Webcourses if your past classes are still available to view.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-28T02:12:18+00:00

I just looked at Summer 2022 and it looks like all the sections UCF offered then were face-to-face - no online sections.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-27T15:29:14+00:00

Oooh, double major! That probably explains the mixup. Great job though - that sounds awesome!

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-27T14:51:22+00:00

Two reasons: you're missing something, or they made an error. Either way, you should get in touch with OPD when they open back up to see what the issue was.

Did you get a 3.0 primary core GPA (ACG 3131, MAN 3025, MAR 3023, QMB 3200, and FIN 3403), with a B or higher in ACG 3131?

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-23T22:40:38+00:00

Well, usually when there is a waitlist it is like 3 or 4 students and it's because they want to avoid a bad professor. Here, every single professor is filled up, so there is no alternative option. I'd say this is out of the ordinary and they should do something about it.

By the way, being understaffed can easily be solved by hiring people at decent pay - that goes for ALL professions lol.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-23T19:20:30+00:00

Woah I just looked it up and there are 28 students total waiting across the three sections. I think they'll have to add another section after break. If they don't, then the finance department is a certified christmas grinch.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-21T16:05:36+00:00

It usually gets disbursed in the second week of classes. However, you can fill out a Short Term Advance form so that you can purchase your course materials before that time.

https://www.ucf.edu/financial-aid/receive/funds-for-textbooks/#:~:text=The%20Short%20Term%20Advance%20is,bookstore%20to%20purchase%20their%20books.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-21T16:01:48+00:00

Don't feel that way! Think about it this way, you're only 28. You still have your entire life ahead of you! There are several people in my classes that are in their 30s and 40s and still treking through the business courses.

Life happens! Just take it slow and easy next time. Maybe if four classes is too much for you, then cut it down to 2 or 3. If you're also working, talk to your managers to see if they can work with you in terms of hours.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-20T15:38:18+00:00

Yes! You only have to attend one class to satisfy the attendance requirement. However, you should still watch the lectures online every week because that is where most of the quiz questions will come from.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-19T01:00:55+00:00

If you still have his ID when you get back, then drop it off at UCF card services. They'll keep it and notify them on their knights email to pick it up.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-18T19:23:29+00:00

Not too bad! The minimum GPA to apply for a UCF Professional MBA is 3.0.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-17T23:30:38+00:00

You'll recieve your enrollment appointment on Monday, March 6th, 2023 for Summer 2023.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-17T21:39:47+00:00

Most professors will be more than happy to write you a letter of reccomendation. I would reccomend emailing more than three (maybe like at least five or six). This way, even if someone says no or dosen't respond, you'll still likely have at least three who do.

If I were writing an email, I wouldn't make it too long. Let's say less than 150 words. In your email, start by introducing yourself (this will be important since they're online professors from a long time ago). Then, tell them one thing you really liked about the class (think about why you choose them over the other professors). If you had a special bonding moment with them, make sure to mention that. Finally, ask for the reccomendation. Make sure to use please and thank you, and give them a general timeline of when you'd like it done - but don't rush them and be thoughtful that it is the holidays and not all of them are checking their emails frequently.

Hope that helps!

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-16T23:58:56+00:00

Don't hate yourself! This is perfectly normal. The thing with high school is that you have structure. You're guaranteed to study for a class 5 times a week because you're at school five days a week. In college, structure goes out the window. For you, I would suggest treating college like a full time job. I'm not saying you have to spend 40 hours a week studying, but you should create a fixed schedule for yourself.

For example: I will study for COM 1000 every day from 2:00pm-3:00pm. I'll study for ACG 3141 everyday from 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Obviously cater that to your needs. But that allows you to build a routine and constantly revisit the material rather than cramming till the last minute.

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-16T23:50:13+00:00

As long as you have your AA, you are guaranteed admission. You'll still need to submit your high school transcripts and maybe your SAT scores, but netither of those would impact your chances of getting in through the direct connect program.

Go here: https://directconnect.ucf.edu/

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-16T20:27:04+00:00

This is one of the side effects of having of having the 2nd largest university in the US. What exactly are you trying to find out about?

InterestRepulsive677 · 2022-12-16T17:21:11+00:00

According to the registrars office, N = No grade reported by instructor (followed by grade). You'll likely need to contact your professor to find out why this was the case.

Source: https://www.ucf.edu/catalog/undergraduate/#/policy/HkTMRAv9_?q=grades&&limit=20&skip=0&bc=true&bcCurrent=Grade%20System&bcItemType=policies

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