Higher Education
Does withdrawing from classes impact your Grade Point Average (GPA)?
No. Withdrawing from classes does not impact your GPA, but it does impact your credit completion rate.
What is a short, persuasive introduction designed to spark interest.
Elevator Pitch
What are two reasons to set goals?
Example responses: increases focus, helps in setting priorities, increases motivation, creates accountability, provides direction, allows you to monitor progress, etc.
What are the 3 learning styles?
Auditory, Visual, Kinesthetic
What do we call passion and perseverance that drives a person to pursue long-term goals.
Grit
What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
A document used to present their background, skills and accomplishments
Resume
What do each of the letters in the SMART goal acronym stand for?
S - specific
M - Measurable
A - Achievable
R - Relevant
T - Timely or time-bound
The staff in this department can help with registering for classes, discuss majors, and create a plan for academic goals
Academic Advising Dept.
What are the four key traits of grit?
Interest, Practice, Purpose and Hope
What are "office hours" and how do you find out when they are?
Office hours is the time that a course instructor has set aside each week to meet with students in their office. They are usually listed on the course syllabus and may also be posted on the instructor's office door.
A structured conversation ( one person ask questions and the other provides answers)
Interview
Practice of planning and controlling how you spend your time to be more efficient and productive.
Time Management
Julie is feeling very stressed due to a busy work schedule and upcoming final exams and assignments. She is currently working on a paper and is stuck on if she is expressing her points with sufficient detail. She is really trying to do well since she received a C on her last paper. Where should Julie go for help?
Academic Success Center
What are the 4 notetaking strategies discussed in class?
Cornell Method
Outline Method
Mind Mapping
Freeform
Subsidized - interest does not accrue while in school
Unsubsidized loans - interest does accrue while in school
Components of an Elevator Pitch are
1.Who you are (Name + relevant role)
2.What you do (Major, skills, or strengths)
3.What makes you unique (Achievements, experiences)
4.What you’re looking for (Goal or call to action)
Jen decides to set a goal to study in the tutoring center for 30 minutes for three days each week. How could Jen measure this goal?
Set a timer to monitor how much time she has spent in the tutoring center, keep a log of her visits
Navigating college responsibilities while balancing the demands of life can be a challenge. Many college students often find themselves feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope. Where could they find support on campus?
Mental Health and Wellness Center
The assessment that organizes personality into 16 different types, which are combinations of four main
personality preferences
Myers Briggs Indicator
What are the types of degrees?
Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate
Largest professional network, connecting professionals for career growth, job seeking and insight
Problem Solving strategy that encourages different perspectives to a situation. ie. Objective/factual, emotional, judgemental, optimistic)
The 6 Thinking Hatss.
Now, more than ever, college affordability plays an essential role in every student's academic journey. If you ever have questions about expenses or affordability visit this office.
Financial Aid office
Draw an example of the following Note taking methods
Cornell- left, right, summary
Mind Mapping- Center and sun rays