College Prep Student Success - College 101 Seminars

College-bound?
You've come to the right place. We went out and talked with real students on real college campuses. THEIR advice is what you need. The self-study has over 220 slides, plus 16 video segments. For a detailed 25-slide preview, click on the logo below.

Current Student Advice:

“Visit your professors. Show interest in their classes, and they'll show interest in you.”
– University of Colorado at Boulder, Junior

“Find out exactly who you are and be that person. You will be respected for your choices.”
– Iowa State University, Senior

“It’s easy to get carried away by the new freedoms. But PLEASE don’t consider your education expendable.”
– Ohio University, Grad School

“Get involved! It’s a great way to meet cool people.”
– Miami University, Senior

“Work hard, make time for fun, and ENJOY!”
– University of Georgia, Sophomore

“I realized drinking dominated the social scene. It was hard not to do”
– Cornell, Sophomore

“Don’t stress over things that don't really matter.”
– Oklahoma State University, Junior

"Get involved. It's a great way to meet new friends!"
– Indiana University

College 101 Participant:
"The information really helped me. I would recommend the program to a friend."

OUR SURVEY QUESTIONS INCLUDED:
1. What surprised you most during your first quarter as a college freshman?
2. What one thing would you tell a high school senior?
3. What advice would you give on academic changes and the new social scene?

The responses to these questions formed the basis of the College 101 program. For a detailed 25-slide preview, click on the logo below.

Participants in this program will learn basic academic protocols, problem-solving techniques, study tips, and social scene strategies for first year college students. Topics include:

- Choosing Classes
- Note Taking Tips
- Test Strategies Social
- Scene Changes
- Credit Card Lies
- Roommate Woes
- Safety on Campus
- Talking with Professors
- And more.

Links:

Going-to-college.org -- This web site contains information about living college life with a disability. It’s designed for high school students and provides video clips, activities and additional resources that can help you get a head start in planning for college. It's produced by the Virginia Commonwealth University... but has great information for any student. The video clips offer a way for you to hear firsthand from students with disabilities who have been successful.
http://www.going-to-college.org

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