Why College?
Students go to college to explore interests and turn their passions into…
What is a career?
Students build their own schedules and may only have a few classes each week.
What is college?
This type of mathematics, usually taught by 8th or 9th grade, becomes the building block for college STEM courses.
What is algebra?
This animal represents Fresno State and is seen on logos, clothing, and at games.
What is a bulldog?
College allows students to change majors and explore classes.
What is career exploration?
Students may often be reminded of deadlines and upcoming assignments by their instructors.
What is high school?
Writing essays in English class builds the skill most essential for this common college assignment.
What is writing research papers?
This is the name of the Fresno State mascot, who represents Bulldog pride across campus.
What is Victor E. Bulldog IV?
Compared to middle or high school, college gives students more options to choose their schedule and manage their time.
What is independence?
Class sizes can be up to 100+ students and there are no bells to dismiss class
What is college?
Early exposure to _______—brainstorming, drafting, revising, and editing—mirrors expectations in college coursework.
What is the writing process?
Enrollment has been at its highest since 2024 and the approximate number of student enrollment is…
What is 24,992?
These classes help you build skills like critical thinking, oral and written communication, and problem solving that are useful for many careers.
What are general education/foundation classes?
A school issued email may be rarely used.
What is high school?
These academic habits formed in K–12 support success across all college subjects.
What are note-taking, studying regularly, and meeting deadlines? (All correct response style)
Our institution offers a wide range of degrees that students can pursue a successful career in. Name three degrees offered at Fresno State.
You are correct!
College students are responsible for attending classes, completing assignments, and asking for their own help.This describes what type of learning environment?
What is self-directed learning?
Students have to take initiative for their learning, including reaching out for support, and instructors expect that students come in already knowing the class material.
What is college?
Learning how to cite sources in MLA or APA format prepares students to avoid this serious college offense.
What is cheating/plagiarism?
Fresno State offered tutoring, academic coaching, and counseling services to support students’ success.
What is true?
Final Jeopardy
List 5 strategies you will implement now to prepare for college.