Making the transition to a new academic environment is not something that we anticipate students to accomplish overnight. In order to achieve academic success, there are a number of academic areas that should be regularly revisited in order to sharpen one’s skill set and prepare for the rigor that comes along with a college curriculum.
The Academic Success Workshop series will focus on these specific academic areas and review strategies that student’s can immediately implement in order to prepare for the current semester, as well as semesters to come.
Take a look at the schedule below and register for as many workshops as you would like.
Description: The end of the semester is in sight. Sign up to meet with the College Transition Specialist to get organized around finals week. You’ll leave your session with a plan to complete your remaining assignments, as well as a study plan.
Presenter: Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean
Dates: Monday, December 4th – Friday, December 8th
Time: Varies – register for a 30 minute appointment by clicking the registration link below
Location: Scott Hall, 2nd floor
Description: Transitioning to college can be deceivingly challenging, but do not worry! Come take some time to learn about a number of support measures put in place that can help alleviate any stress or worry you may have.
This session is open to any first-year student. During our time together, you will get to know Dean Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist and Junior Class Dean, as well as some of your peers! Dean Close will share how she can support you during your transition to life (academic and social) here on campus!
After this session, you’ll walk away ready to embark on a successful semester!
Topics covered include:
Presenter: Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean
Date: Thursday, August 31st
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Ramer History House, Room 104
Description: Time to get organized! During this workshop, you or your small group will work with the College Transition Specialist to better understand how to map out your daily, weekly, and semester schedule. Together, we will review and organize your Fall 2023 semester and learn how to better manage your time. Additionally, you will be challenged to set short and long term goals for Fall 2023!
Each student will sign up for one, 30 minute time slot. After the initial appointment, you can decide whether you’d like a follow up appointment.
Presenter: Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean
Week 1:
Date: Tuesday, August 29th – Friday, September 1
Session 1: 11:00 – 1:00 pm
Session 2: 3:00 – 4:00 pm
Week 2:
Date: Tuesday, September 5th – Thursday, September 7th
Session 1: 11:00 – 1:00 pm
Session 2: 3:00 – 5:00 pm
**Students will select their 30 minute availablity at the registration form below
Location: Scott Hall, Second Floor
Title: Academic Support Resources
Description: Now that you’ve attended each of your classes for a few sessions, it might be time to start thinking about the supportive measures that are available to assist you in finding academic success. Whether you are finding yourself struggling at the moment or not, this session will help you learn how to seek out support from a number of resources.
At this session, you will hear about how the peer tutor system works, learn about Supplemental Instruction (SI) and Mentored Study Groups (MSG), discover the Writing Center and Calculus Calvary, and learn how to approach office hours and your individual professors.
Additionally, there will be time for students to ask questions about anything else they find they may need adjustments on when it comes to learning in a college environment.
Presenter: Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean
New Date: Thursday, September 21st
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Scott Hall, Room 104
Description: Now that we have almost completed the first six-weeks, let’s take some time to evaluate how your semester is going. Together we can discuss how you are currently feeling, what you are proud of, and whether any adjustments can be implemented.
Presenter: Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean
Week 1:
Date: Monday, September 25th – Friday, September 29th
Time: Varies – register for a 30 minute appointment by clicking the registration link below
Location: Scott Hall, Second Floor
Week 2:
Date: Monday, October 2nd – Friday, October 6th
Time: Varies – register for a 30 minute appointment by clicking the registration link below
Location: Scott Hall, Second Floor
Description: Each semester, the Office of Advising asks professors to submit midterm grades for students in their classes that are receiving a current grade of a D or below. Upon receipt of the names, your class dean (Dean Smith) may contact you to schedule a meeting to discuss your progress in the class. But, don’t worry! The purpose of receiving this early warning sign is to assist in coming up with a plan to move forward.
During this session, you’ll learn about a number of ways a student can receive a midterm grade and discuss how to learn from it and move forward to ensure that you can turn it around. Additionally, you’ll learn what options are available for you as you continue on in the class/semester. Each student will also take away how to prepare for your meeting with the Class Dean.
Presenter: Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean
Date: Thursday, October 26th
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Scott Hall, Room 104
Description: Registering for your second semester of courses will be your sole responsibility this time around. Don’t get overwhelmed! During this session, you will learn all of the necessary steps you need to take in order to be prepared to tackle that 7:00 am registration!
Steps that will be discussed include:
Presenters:
Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean
Alexis Smith, First-Year Class Dean
Date: Wednesday, November 1st
Time: Evening workshop, exact time TBD
Location: TBD