Social Capital
Five Buckets
College/Degree Types
Professional Skills
YouScience
100

What is social capital?

The relationships and connections you build 

100

Which bucket focuses on grades, academics, and learning?

Academic 

100

What type of college is considered “traditional” and includes universities?

4-year college 

100

What is an elevator pitch? 

A short introduction about yourself

100

What is an aptitude?

Natural strength or ability 

200

What is a strong tie?

Someone close to you like family or close friends 

200

Which bucket focuses on money, scholarships, and paying for college?

Financial 

200

What type of college offers associate degrees and transfer programs?

Community college 

200

What should be included on a professional resume?

skills, experience, education

200

Which aptitude focuses on coming up with creative ideas?

Idea Genereation

300

What is a weak tie?

A casual connection or acquaintance 

300

Which bucket focuses on relationships, friendships, and connections?

Social

300

What type of college focuses on specialized career training like culinary arts or firefighting?

Vocational-technical 

300

How does networking build social capital?

It helps you gain support, knowledge, and opportunities

300

Which aptitude helps someone understand numbers and patterns?

Numerical Reasoning

400

Why are weak ties important?

They connect you to new people and opportunities 

400

A student wants counseling and emotional support in college. Which bucket are they prioritizing?

Emotional 

400

What degree usually takes 4 years to complete?

Bachelor's Degree

400

What is a key contact? 

Someone who can connect you to opportunities or advice

400

How can YouScience help students prepare for the future?

It helps students understand their strengths and match them to careers

500

What is an informational interview?

A conversation to learn about someone’s career or industry

500

A student wants to move far away from home and experience independence. Which bucket are they prioritizing?

Living

500

What are the four Signing Day paths?

4-year, 2-year, trade/career, military 

500

What is an example of using social capital to find a job?

Asking a teacher or friend about opportunities

500

What is the difference between a skill and an aptitude?

An aptitude is a natural ability, while a skill is something learned and improved through practice

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