The point of this strategy is to boost retention and in turn completion. The goal is to establish a culture of student success at City Colleges that will improve the lives of the students, their communities and cities. Each of these strategies are currently being carried out by the Reinvention7 Initiative and the creation of Student GPS (Guided Pathways to Success). In each of these areas, they describe a number of more tactical actions that are focused on a five year plan: Increasing relevance Increase the relevance of the work a student does at City Colleges: Ensure that the courses of study that students embark on will advance their goal of a meaningful career or transfer.
Migrating to Raleigh in Aug. 2012, I had to decide between a community college and a four-year university to further my education. Evaluating my financial standing and my parent’s emotional condition of immigrating to a new place, I took the decision to take some time off. My studies had never been interrupted before, and had always been my top priority. During my time off I helped my parents entirely from their state paperwork to getting to know Raleigh as their new home. In Jan. 2013 I joined a nearby community college and worked my way juggling between my classes, work, and family.
Just as with many of my previous academic moments it continued the drive I had already had. While my education continued to teach me valuable lessons and give me hands on experience I began to gain a stronger sense rooted in development and the protection of others by hopefully continuing my education at Loyola University Chicago in the Masters of Social Work/Masters of Arts in Social Justice Program which would give me the opportunity to not only eventually become a social worker with the Department of Social Services (DSS), with a school, or a guardian ad litem but to do that work effectively with the chance that would be afforded to me of an academic background steeped in social work as well as social justice teachings. This program in particular continues the undergraduate work and furthers my education on my path to my
Deciding to attend Texas A&M University was both a hardship and immense, opportunity in my life. Coming from a close knit background, and possessing a very family oriented character, my decision to come to this incredible institution was one out of my comfort zone. If I was to be asked one year ago, If I could ever see myself standing on this marvelous campus, attending one of the top schools in the nation, I would have honestly responded, no. My counselors would have said no, my friends, my college advisor, my family. The answer would not have been yes, not because I wasn 't capable of meeting the standards to attend, but because there seemed more obstacles in my way than there was forces pushing me forward.
Unfortunately, my lackluster performance my first-year results in Florida State University’s adjusted overall GPA of 2.883, just shy of your desired 3.0. I expect that 2.883 will be bumped yet higher after I complete my inaugural semester at FSU; at midterms I currently have 4 A’s and 2 B’s. This semester I have focused on taking many Sociology courses and an Environmental Science Lab which provide much insight into society and engaging with people on local levels and how to complete a line transect (even if it is virtual), skills that are crucial to success of the projects at the NSF REU site. Next semester I am taking a heavy course load in Geography including GEO 4210 (Landforms and Landscapes), GEO 4300 (Biogeography), GIS 2040 (Essentials of GIS), and SYA 4300 (Methods of Sociological Research), with the experience at the NSF REU site as a
An issue that could arise is a major adjustment in my study habits. Currently, my study habits may not be disciplined enough to achieve the grades I desire on a college level. Although this awakening might be harsh, it would force me to develop proper habits, preparing me for college two years in advance. Although the preparation that the Ohio State Academy would grant me is a strong reason to attend, the primary reason for my application is its intrinsic value. Although my high school offers a solid catalog of AP or CCP courses, the classes offered do not allow me to further my education in my fields of interest.
While I was thoroughly committed to the extracurricular activities, I have decided that my academic career was the best way to focus my abilities in order to reach my goal. Doing well in all of my IB classes has been my number one priority. With education being my number one priority, I strive to maintain a high grade point average. At the beginning of the junior year, I struggled with finding a manageable balance between all my activities. My GPA dropped due to my struggles in the beginning of the year.
To me, this comes in the form of attending APU’s Educational and Clinical Counseling program and pursuing a career that allows me to demonstrate my ability in helping others achieve their goals. The rigorous design of this program will be a challenge to my academic grit and a testament to the skills I developed during my three years as a UCR undergraduate. The teachings and standards of this program will serve as a means of evaluating my professional experience after dedicating the last four years to supporting low-income students of color in a school environment. Throughout my academic and professional journey, I have also grown as a person by developing my conscientious, agreeable, and inquisitive personality traits that allow me to create healthy relationships and remain optimistic for the future. My academic, professional, and personal characteristics have revealed a road leading to APU’s Educational and Clinical Counseling program and I wish to materialize my vision alongside this
Just the thought of doing what I used to enjoy produced tears and anxiety, which was then intensified by watching my grades sink as assignments piled up. I convinced myself that I was doing better, and that I was just overthinking about not being able to go back to an area that was empty, troubled, with no love, filled with pain and hurt. At that moment with that state of mind, I felt that my only way out was pressing that withdrawal button. As much as this withdrawal hurt my family and I, it was then I realized that Texas A&M University was not an empty and troubled place that was filled with pain, hurt, and a lack of love; but that it was me. I finally learned that no matter where or what I run away from, my pain and well-being will follow.
I called an admission counselor to review my application status. The counselor told me that I basically had to make an appeal letter to reinstate why I wanted to be admitted to Clayton State University, because of a requirement I didn’t meet. I Hezekiah Moore want to see myself succeed at what I do, if am accepted at Clayton State University. I know that I didn’t meet a requirement, but with a GPA of 3.1 and a composite score of 18, I know I can do better, because I want to see myself as a Dentist Hygienist. I know that if I have the right mindset to be something life, and not be wondering on earth, that I as an individual want to accomplish my dreams.
Not only did I complete the necessary requirements to graduate from PCC, but I did so with a 3.88 grade point average. At PCC, I also received an award for Outstanding Student Recognition in Science, made the President’s List for three consecutive semesters, and was inducted into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. Since, I returned back to school in 2014, I have dedicated myself to studying hard and giving every assignment 100 percent. I have received an “A” in every course and am proud of that accomplishment. I also feel satisfied with the work I have dedicated to my courses this semester at
I recognize that by neglecting UT's resources during the fall semester such as meeting with a counselor, I missed out on opportunities to stay positive, academically and emotionally. I regret that I did not seek the help I needed to overcome the challenges that I faced. To ensure my future success as a Spartan, I have put together a plan to address my academic and emotional needs. I will schedule monthly meetings with my academic advisor to stay on track with graduation, take any necessary actions to achieve and maintain good academic standing, attend weekly 30-minute academic coaching sessions to reinforce lecture notes, and meet with professors during office hours.
On Wednesday October 5th Luther students and faculty came to Valders room 206 to participate in an Escalation workshop to promote domestic violence awareness. Much in accordance with October, which is domestic violence awareness month, Luther College’s Counseling Services along with Student Life helped hosted the Escalation Workshop from the One Love Foundation. The Escalation workshop was a workshop for students in particular to gain tools in understanding differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships, to recognize warning signs of relationship violence and learn ways to safely intervene to help others in unhealthy relationships.
At University of Maryland, I see myself succeeding and building a pathway for a successful future. During my time at UMD, I will contribute my intellectual, social, and cultural differences to UMD’s diverse campus. Academics are very important to learn and it will help to build confidence and provide a foundation of work ethic that will carry over into future careers. I am very aware of my responsibilities of being a student and its work that come along with it.
This is an interesting question for me because I wanted to be a journalist, which I did achieve successfully. I then went to work for the family business and it was in 2010 that I decided to get my MFA, not for teaching, but to hone my writing skills. I always enjoyed writing and it was by chance that I started to teach at Community College. The first class I taught, I used all my experiences as a student, and a writer, to teach a basic skills class. I don’t know who learned more that first semester, my students or me, but I knew I wanted to hone my teaching skills further.
