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We understand that this is an ongoing process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop an educational plan, including long-term and short-term goals, that takes into account your interests, values, and abilities while ensuring timely academic progress towards your UWM degree.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend every class session. If you need to miss a class, you should contact your instructor beforehand to inform them of your absence. In the event of an emergency you should contact your instructor(s) as soon as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take primary and increasing responsibility for your academic decisions. This means that if you skip a class or register for courses late, you must accept the outcomes of your decisions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet with your Pathway advisor at least twice every semester. 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