Workshops
Autumn 2012
September 10 & October 15, 2012, 4:00 -5:00 p.m.
“BE Prepared to take the WPA!”
Presenter: Kelly Webster – Director Writing Center
Writing Proficiency Assessment – All students must complete the “WPA” and
encouraged to complete this assessment after completing Writ 101 and an
additional writing course. This workshop will prepare you to pass the exam!
Lommasson 272
September 18, 2012 4:00-5:00 p.m.
First Step to Graduation – “Completing Your Graduation Application”
Presenter: Paulette Nooney, Graduations Clerk, Registrar’s Office
Be prepared and on track to graduate! We will have copies of the graduation application and
an unofficial transcript which we will gladly provide you with advance notice!
Lommasson 154
Saturday, October 6 -- 9:00 a.m.—Noon
Taming Your Test Anxiety
Curry Health conference room - Call: 243-4711 to reserve a spot
This interactive workshop will help you learn to manage stress and be better prepared
on exam day!
OCTOBER 16, 2012, 4:30-5:30
FRESHMEN PRIORITY!! Presenters: TBA
You’ve been in classes for 7 weeks! What’s working; what isn’t working? Attend a discussion with sophomores who will share their freshmen experience and give you some tips for being a successful student! Lommasson 154
OCTOBER 25, 2012 3:30-4:30 PM
“Changes in Financial Aid Eligibility ~ No One Told Me!”
Presenter: Kent McGowan, Financial Aid Director
Befuddled about the changes that have occurred in Financial Aid? This workshop
will update you on changes, allow you to ask questions and voice your concerns.
Lommasson 154
November 15, 2012, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
“Graduate School—ME?”
Presenter: Mary Kamenskey, UM Graduate School
If you’re thinking Graduate School is your next step, Mary will give you excellent
application guidance and answer the multitude of questions you may have about
admission into graduate school! Lommasson 226
*(GRE-Graduate Record Exam training in October or November, if interested, please contact our main office to sign up)
*TRiO SSS is funded each year at $437,886, 93% of which is federal funds. More information on the federal TRiO programs is available on the US Department of Education website.
