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Academic Advising
Students who are undecided about
their major will be assisted with course selection and scheduling of
both core requirements and specific areas of interest. Students who
have decided on a major will receive assistance with scheduling if
needed, and will be referred to departmental advisors.
Career Counseling
Career counseling is available for
all SSS students. Our resources are quite extensive. We utilize
assessments, as well as personal interviews and conferences to help you
choose a major. Having a career goal is vital to your success in
college.
Personal Counseling
Your FOCUS or NEXUS Assistant Director is available for personal and
relationship counseling. Don’t let personal
problems limit your college experience. We are here to help.
Supplemental Grant Aid
Grant Aid is an integral part of our
SSS Program that enables many of our students to remain in school and
complete their degree. In order to qualify for Grant Aid,
SSS students must be in
their first or second year of college, receive Pell grant money and have
a student loan. Grant Aid is contingent on funding from the federal
government.
Workshops
Workshops are offered on a variety of
topics, including study skills, financial aid information, career
planning, relationship skills, handling grief and loss, etc. SSS
students will be notified about workshops via e-mail.
Job Shadowing
Once you have chosen a
major or at least narrowed your choices to two areas of interest, you
will have the opportunity to job shadow. This consists of spending
one or two days with a professional in the field. You will be able
to experience first hand your chosen profession.
Resume Design
Through workshops, the Career
Placement Center and individual conferences, we will help you design an informative
and eye-catching resume. This is the first step to obtaining that
all-important interview with the company of your choice. Resume design
is complicated and time consuming, so schedule an appointment with your
FOCUS counselor early in
your junior year.
Graduate School Assistance/Travel
For many students, an undergraduate
degree is just the first step in achieving their career goals. Applying
for graduate school can seem complicated and confusing. We supply free
tutorials for the following entrance exams: MCAT, GMAT, LSAT, PCAT, and GRE.
We also offer assistance with the graduate school application process,
as well as plan trips to graduate schools. Students have the opportunity to
tour campuses and speak with graduate students and faculty. These
trips are offered free to participants with transportation and food
included.
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