Transition with Purpose: Pathways from English Language to Academic Study

130 ACTIVITY 15: GETTING INVOLVED IN PSU: ATTEND A WORKSHOP OFFERED BY ADVISING AND CAREER SERVICES OBJECTIVES : EXPLORE WORKSHOPS OFFERED THROUGH ACS TO SUPPORT CO- CURRICULAR GOALS. TASK 1: ATTEND A WORKSHOP IN ADVISING AND CAREER SERVICES. THEN, PRESENT WHAT YOU LEARNED IN THE WORKSHOP IN A SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION IN CLASS. What is your class standing (year)? Some of you may be freshmen, whereas others may be in your sophomore or even junior year. Now is the time to begin to consider how your studies will support you in your next steps as you move from your undergraduate studies to either graduate studies and/or employment. Even if you are in your first year of study (freshman), you understand already the importance of your GPA and also your class standing, which determines your priority registration date. Although you still may be in the first half of your college career, it is never too early to start looking at how all of your courses and experiences can apply to your future goals. One resource on campus that will help you to prepare for these goals for your life after graduation is Advising and Career Services (ACS). Through ACS you can participate in workshops about how to apply for internships and scholarships. You can also get help with writing your resume, preparing cover letters for employment applications, and practicing interview skills. INSTRUCTIONS: You will attend a workshop hosted by Advising and Career Services. You should select a workshop that will be helpful to you as you consider the next steps toward moving toward your academic and career goals. Workshops and events range from ones that are major-specific to those that are general and for all students. To review workshops and events, go to th e ACS website . STEP 1: PREPARING FOR THE WORKSHOP AND PRESENTATION: 1. Write a proposal for the workshop or event that you would like to attend. Include the following information: b. What is the name of workshop or event? c. What is the time and place of the workshop or event? d. Include a brief explanation about why you have selected the workshop/event. e. Predict how this workshop or event can support you in preparing for your academic goals or career. 2. Upload your proposal to the D2L Activities folder.  You must attend this workshop or event as a graded assignment.