It’s All Academic - Special Edition for FSU-Panama (Academic Year 2022-2023)

Sep 26, 2026

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An academic orientation guide for Florida State University’s Republic of Panama campus for the 2022–2023 academic year, based on the FSU Office of Undergraduate Studies publication “It’s all Academic.” It introduces new Seminole students to Liberal Studies for the 21st Century, the purpose of the orientation process, and core academic expectations. The guide outlines where to seek support and details relevant campus offices, advising processes, and pathways for tracking progress, course selection, and degree preparation.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages44

Reading Time1 h 51 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Table of Contents

Section I: Getting Started at FSU

Office of Admissions and Records

Online Academic Resources

Academic Center for Excellence

Academic Calendar

Advisor Contact Information

FSU Career Center

FSU Course Evaluations

Online Learning Support

Liberal Studies

Majors and Maps

Undergraduate Bulletin

University Departmental Directory

FSU – Republic of Panama Campus

It’s all Academic AN ACADEMIC GUIDE TO FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY SPECIAL EDITION FOR THE REPUBLIC OF PANAMA CAMPUS 2022-2023 Based on “It’s all Academic”, the Academic guide issued by the Office of Undergraduate Studies FSU, Tallahassee It’s All Academic-Special edition for FSU-Panama (Academic Year 2022-2023) Based on ‘It’s all Academic’, the Academic guide issued by the Office of Undergraduate Studies FSU, Tallahassee Florida State University-Panama Bldg. 227, City Of Knowledge, Clayton, Republic of Panama. Tel.: [317-0367-fsupanama@fsu.edu](317-0367-fsupanama@fsu.edu) 2 FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY - PANAMA INTRODUCTION When the first English settlers came to this region, they found hundreds of Native American tribes such as the Euchee, Yamasee, Timucua, Tequesta, and Abalachi. Each tribe was unique, but all were living free. In Maskókî, the core language, istî siminolî meant that they were “free people”. English speakers in the area began calling all these tribes “Seminoles” because they had never been dominated. As oneof the many students who have gathered here from all over the state, the nation, and the world, you bring your own unique set of talentsand experiences. Here you will join this community of Florida State University Seminoles. Part of what will define you as an FSU Seminole is our Liberal Studies for the 21st Century program. While the Liberal Studies program will help you to strengthen the skills and character you bring with you to the campus, it will also allow you to discover new aspects of your character, refine the strength you need to excel in all parts of your life, and develop the skills you will need in the future. By offering you this booklet and by the orientation session we aim to provide you with necessary information that will set you on a sure path for success in the academic environment of FSU-Panama. As a branch of Florida State University, FSU-Panama follows the academic regulations and policies set by the main campus. This handbook is your first exposure to the academic component of Orientation. Universities are dedicated to the study and creation of new knowledge. The entire university experience revolves around this basic fact. By deciding to enter college you have chosen to become a member of this academic process and we welcome you into the learning community here at FSU-Panama. A lot of the excitement for entering the college environment becomes tension and often confusion as you encounter new terms, new policies, and new structures, in all a set of different and unique expectations. Our task today will be to guide the initiation process. We will introduce you to the new terms that you will soon learn to handle and use. We will introduce you to the process of keeping track of your academic progress, and we will prepare you for the selection of courses. You are about to start the fascinating journey of college experience. We want to make sure you have the necessary tools and know where to find the needed support. 2022 - 2023 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION I...: Getting Started at FSU SECTION II..: Earning your Bachelor’s Degree SECTION III.: Academic Programs and Support SECTION IV.: Additional Resources and Opportunities Appendix A lists FSU course equivalencies for common AP, IB, CLEP, and AICE exams. Appendix B where to go for what Appendix C liberal studies tracking sheet Appendix D provides a list of the approved FSU Liberal Studies courses Online Academic Resources: Academic Center for Excellence [http://ace.fsu.edu/](http://ace.fsu.edu/) Academic Calendar [https://panama.fsu.edu/admissions/academic-calendar](https://panama.fsu.edu/admissions/academic-calendar)[ ](https://panama.fsu.edu/admissions/academic-calendar)Advisor Contact Information [rop-admissions@fsu.edu](rop-admissions@fsu.edu) FSU Career Center [https://www.career.fsu.edu/](https://www.career.fsu.edu/) FSU Course Evaluations [https://odl.fsu.edu/assessment-testing

FAQs

What is the purpose of this FSU-Panama academic guide for 2022–2023?

It provides necessary information to help new students navigate the academic environment at FSU-Panama, including orientation-related terms, support resources, and guidance toward course selection and degree progress.

How does the Office of Admissions and Records support students academically?

The office works with the Academic Vice-Rector to handle academic advising, admission status, and matters tied to academic progress, including Liberal Studies and the intended major.

What kinds of support and services are listed under the online academic resources?

The guide lists links such as academic support centers, the academic calendar, advisor contact information, career and course evaluation resources, online learning support, Liberal Studies information, and departmental directory access.

Sep 26, 2026

Uploaded by Liam