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Create your LR Student Account by visiting your application portal and downloading your account letter. The account letter provides you with instructions on how to establish your LR Student Account and create a unique password. 

Follow the “Account Verification Instructions” and utilize the link to your self-service account page to get started. You should log in for the first time using a computer or tablet instead of a mobile phone. 

How to Log On to the LR Portal: Step by Step

1. Open a new browser and go to the LR website.

2. Click the "Quick Links" link in the top left corner of the LR website, then click Students

   

3. On the Students "Quick Links" page, click MyLR Portal

   

4. Enter your username and password then click the “Sign In” button

   
5. You will now be on the Portal Home Page. 

The goal of the Mathematics Placement Assessment is to help you to determine which mathematics course(s) is/are most appropriate for you as you move forward with college coursework. 

The Placement Assessment is designed to determine what you know and what you need to work on. At the end of the Placement Assessment, you will have a better sense of your strengths and weaknesses in math, and you will have a chance to brush up on topics that you may have forgotten or have not practiced for some time. Read through the following important information.

Start the Mathematics Placement Test - The link to the placement test is at the bottom of the document.

Additional Resources

• Mathematics Placement Assessment FAQ
• Mathematics Prep and Learning Modules FAQ
• Mathematics Placement Results

Below is a sample schedule for a typical first-year student. As you work through the material, keep track of the courses you are especially interested in taking. You will need the course code to register (three-letter prefix followed by a number, e.g., FYE 100.01).

1. FYE 100, “First-Year Experience” (3 credits): Required for all first-year students.
   1. If you are in the Fritz Honors College, you need to register for FYE 100H.
   2. If you are First-Generation college student, there is a First-Gen FYE, that is an option to take.
2. MAT XXX, a math course (3-4 credits): Use your placement test scores to guide you.  Your major may have specific requirements; ask your advisor.
3. WRD 101
   1. If you have completed the equivalent of ENG 131, you can look for COM 111
   2. If you have completed the equivalent of COM 111, you can look for ENG 131
4. First Course in Major, if decided (3-4 cr).  If you are not decided, you may choose something of interest.
5. Additional Core Course (1-4 cr):  Common choices include: Religion Course (REL 100, REL 103 or REL 120), a Language & Culture course like LAN 115, LAN 116, FRE 110, GER 110 or SPA 110; or HES 100, "Concepts in Healthful Living." This is also a great way to explore things outside your major.

Info: Course Load

A full-time load is between 12-18 credits. We recommend 15-16 for the first term (typically five classes). If you already have some college credits, you may need to work through the information below and dig deeper into your degree requirements.

More Information about General Education and Specific Majors/Minors
If you are coming to LR with a significant number of credits and/or would like to learn more about the General Education curriculum, majors or minors, you should explore the University Catalog. Below are direct links to both the Core curriculum and programs of study. 

• General Education Curriculum Cheatsheet
• Catalog - Programs of Study

BEAR Central and First-Year Advising

Academic Advising
The advising center assists students with the transition to college, exploring academic interests and major/minor options, developing plans to achieve goals, educating about productive study and learning behaviors, connecting to other campus resources, returning to good academic standing, and engaging with First-Generation College Student initiatives. The First-Year Advisor also serves as a major advisor for all undeclared/exploratory students.Academic Supports

All academic support services are utilized and scheduled through the TracCloud platform.

• Tutoring: Available for 100-200 level classes, with the addition of higher levels if needed.
• Academic Coaching: Assists with study skills, organization, time management; will work with students in Academic Recovery and students of concern to help develop necessary habits.
• Study Hall Program: Available to all groups on campus to allow for blocked time for academic success.
• Writing and Speaking Services: Assists with the development and correction of academic papers and speeches.

BEAR Central Staff

Teena Brooks | Director of BEAR Central
teena.brooks@lr.edu
828.328.7097

Kayce Yapundich | First-Year Advisor
kayce.yapundich2@lr.edu
828.328.7361

Jake Graffagnino | Coordinator of Peer-Learning Assistance
jake.graffagnino@lr.edu
828.328.7198

Cassandra Lackey | First-Year Advisor
cassandra.lackey@lr.edu
828.328.7235