Student Workshops
January 2023
EC 101: The Hidden Curriculum of 西瓜视频 for Transfer Students
Monday, January 23, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
So you’re all moved in, orientation is over, classes have started, course textbooks have been assigned, but now what? Come discover the “Hidden Curriculum” of 西瓜视频 College. You will leave this session with a better understanding of campus (i.e. buildings, offices, and locations) and technological resources (Canvas & Google Workspace) to stay organized and mitigate stress.
Time Management Tools
Thursday, January 26, 3 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Wish the day had 29 hours? No time for the things you have to do OR the things you want to do? This workshop is designed to introduce -- and practice -- a combination of tech tips and sensible strategies that will have you managing time like a pro.
Thinking of adding or dropping a class?
Friday, January 27, 2 p.m.
WAX 124
Are you thinking about adding or dropping a course? In this workshop, you will learn how to add or drop a course, and what you should think about if you are considering this option.
EC101: Building Relationships with your Faculty
Friday, January 27, 3 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Faculty are experts in their field, but they are people too! Come learn about the benefits of getting to know your professors, and leave with a better understanding of why and how to build those relationships with your faculty.
To-Do or Not To-Do? All about motivation!
Tuesday, January 31, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
This workshop is designed to help you find the internal spark that gets you going and keeps you going. Sometimes you might find motivation in surprising places. Come discover, explore, and activate your own special spaces and places of motivation with us by engaging in a series of exercises that encourage you to think about who you are and how that connects to the ways you work best.
February 2023
Metacognition
Friday, February 3, 3 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Meta-what? Think of metacognition as the bridge between the success you experience currently and the success you want to achieve. Join us as we discuss this bridge and leave with strategies you can implement starting today to improve your habits and performance.
Note Taking, Study Skills & Test Taking
Monday, February 6, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
This workshop is designed to show you the various ways you can take notes that will help you prepare to study or execute assignments. We aim to discuss your study and test-taking strengths to ensure that you can harness tools for your success. Specifically, we will discuss note-taking approaches like the Cornell Method, SQ4R, study skill strategies like retrieval or spaced practice, and tools to mitigate your test-taking anxiety like box breathing or visualization.
Let’s Set Some Goals!
Thursday, February 9, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Setting, adjusting, reflecting upon, and achieving goals is an enormous and incredibly effective way to support success. The workshop is designed to help you move beyond to-do lists and entering tasks in your calendar. We'll introduce several new -- and impactful -- ways to get more done through the power of goal setting.
EC101: How to Enter an Academic Conversation
Tuesday, February 14, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
How do you shift from having an informal conversation to having an academic conversation? We will discuss the value of academic conversations in and out of the classroom. More specifically, you will leave with some best practices in listening to all perspectives of conversations, thinking and responding critically, and respectfully debating topics.
Time Management Tools
Wednesday, February 22, 3 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Wish the day had 29 hours? No time for the things you have to do OR the things you want to do? This workshop is designed to introduce -- and practice -- a combination of tech tips and sensible strategies that will have you managing time like a pro!
To-Do or Not To-Do? All about motivation!
Friday, February 24, 3 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
This workshop is designed to help you find your internal spark that gets you going and keeps you going. Sometimes you find motivation in surprising places. Come discover, explore, and activate your own special spaces and places of motivation with us by engaging in a series of exercises that encourage you to think about who you are and how that connects to the ways you work best.
Metacognition
Monday, February 27, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Meta-what? Think of metacognition as the bridge between the success you experience currently and the success you want to achieve. Join us as we discuss this bridge and leave with strategies you can implement starting today to improve your habits and performance.
March 2023
Note Taking, Study Skills & Test Taking
Friday, March 3, 3 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
This workshop is designed to show you the various ways you can take notes that will help you prepare to study or execute assignments. We aim to discuss your study and test-taking strengths to ensure that you can harness the tools for your success. Specifically, we will discuss note-taking approaches like the Cornell Method, SQ4R, study skill strategies like retrieval or spaced practice, and tools to mitigate your test-taking anxiety like box breathing or visualization.
Let’s Set Some Goals!
Tuesday, March 7, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Setting, adjusting, reflecting upon, and achieving goals is an enormous and incredibly effective way to support success. The workshop is designed to help you move beyond to-do lists and entering tasks in your calendar. We'll introduce several new -- and impactful -- ways to get more done through the power of goal setting.
Preparing your Class Schedule for Fall 2023
Monday, March 20, noon
JSC Auditorium
Do you need help preparing for registration for next semester? In this workshop, you will learn how to view the course of study, read your degree audit, select classes for next semester, and more!
EC101: Assessing Your Grades
Wednesday, March 22, 2 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
You see your grade in Canvas, but what do you do about it? Join us and learn how to be proactive in assessing and improving your grade.
Preparing your Class Schedule for Fall 2023
Thursday, March 23, 12:30 p.m.
JSC Auditorium
Do you need help preparing for registration for next semester? In this workshop, you will learn how to view the course of study, read your degree audit, select classes for next semester, and more!
Time Management Tools
Monday, March 27, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Wish the day had 29 hours? No time for the things you have to do OR the things you want to do? This workshop is designed to introduce -- and practice -- a combination of tech tips and sensible strategies that will have you managing time like a pro.
Preparing your Class Schedule for Fall 2023
Tuesday, March 28, 12:30 p.m.
JSC Auditorium
Do you need help preparing for registration for next semester? In this workshop, you will learn how to view the course of study, read your degree audit, select classes for next semester, and more!
To-Do or Not To-Do? All about motivation!
Thursday, March 30, 10 a.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
This workshop is designed to help you find your internal spark that gets you going and keeps you going. Sometimes you find motivation in surprising places. Come discover, explore, and activate your own special spaces and places of motivation with us by engaging in a series of exercises that encourage you to think about who you are and how that connects to the ways you work best.
Preparing your Class Schedule for Fall 2023
Thursday, March 30, 2 p.m.
JSC Auditorium
Do you need help preparing for registration for next semester? In this workshop, you will learn how to view the course of study, read your degree audit, select classes for next semester, and more!
April 2023
Preparing your Class Schedule for Fall 2023
Monday, April 3, noon
JSC Auditorium
Do you need help preparing for registration for next semester? In this workshop, you will learn how to view the course of study, read your degree audit, select classes for next semester, and more!
Metacognition
Tuesday, April 4, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206Meta-what? Think of metacognition as the bridge between the success you experience currently and the success you want to achieve. Join us as we discuss this bridge and leave with strategies you can implement starting today to improve your habits and performance.
Preparing your Class Schedule for Fall 2023
Tuesday, April 4, 4 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Do you need help preparing for registration for next semester? In this workshop, you will learn how to view the course of study, read your degree audit, select classes for next semester, and more!
Note Taking, Study Skills & Test Taking
Wednesday, April 5, 3 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
This workshop is designed to show you the various ways you can take notes that will help you prepare to study or execute assignments. We aim to discuss your study and test-taking strengths to ensure that you can harness the tools for your success. Specifically, we will discuss note-taking approaches like the Cornell Method, SQ4R, study skill strategies like retrieval or spaced practice, and tools to mitigate your test-taking anxiety like box breathing or visualization.
Let’s Set Some Goals!
Monday, April 10, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Setting, adjusting, reflecting upon, and achieving goals is an enormous and incredibly effective way to support success. The workshop is designed to help you move beyond to-do lists and entering tasks in your calendar. We'll introduce several new -- and impactful -- ways to get more done through the power of goal setting
Time Management Tools
Wednesday, April 12, 3:30 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Wish the day had 29 hours? No time for the things you have to do OR the things you want to do? These tech tips and sensible strategies will have you managing time like a pro.
To-Do or Not To-Do? All about motivation!
Monday, April 24, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
This workshop is designed to help you find your internal spark that gets you going and keeps you going. Sometimes you find motivation in surprising places. Come discover, explore, and activate your own special spaces and places of motivation with us by engaging in a series of exercises that encourage you to think about who you are and how that connects to the ways you work best.
Metacognition
Wednesday, April 26, 1 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
Meta-what? Think of metacognition as the bridge between the success you experience currently and the success you want to achieve. Join us as we discuss this bridge and leave with strategies you can implement starting today to improve your habits and performance.
May 2023
Note Taking, Study Skills & Test Taking
Wednesday, May 3, 2 p.m.
Diane M. Halle Library, Room 206
This workshop is designed to show you the various ways you can take notes that will help you prepare to study or execute assignments. We aim to discuss your study and test-taking strengths to ensure that you can harness the tools for your success. Specifically, we will discuss note-taking approaches like the Cornell Method, SQ4R, study skill strategies like retrieval or spaced practice, and tools to mitigate your test-taking anxiety like box breathing or visualization.
Fall 2022 Workshop Topics:
EC101: The Hidden Curriculum of 西瓜视频
So you’re all moved in, orientation is over, classes have started, course textbooks have been assigned, but now what? Come discover the “Hidden Curriculum” of 西瓜视频 College. We will touch upon subjects not covered in the classroom that you can apply to your successful college experience.
Note Taking Strategies
Have you ever looked back at your notes and thought, “what was I thinking?” In this workshop, you will learn about the various models and applications to make your notes meaningful for you.
Mindset, Motivation, & the Science of Learning
When you sit down to work, have you ever felt stuck, frustrated, or completely fed up? This workshop teaches ways to shift "I can't" to "I can."
Strategies for Test Taking
Have you ever felt too overwhelmed during an exam to focus? Come learn ways to reduce test anxiety by incorporating test-taking strategies.
Basics of Time Management in College
Is your free time really “free”? Come learn about the typical roadblocks that college students experience and strategies to overcome them.
Set Goals, Find Success
Tackle coursework successfully by setting goals that are just right for you.