让你的第一年
澳门在线赌城娱乐 off to a 好的开始!
Transitioning from high school to college is exciting. 自由的前景, 结识新朋友, and experiencing college life is thrilling, but navigating an unfamiliar campus and not knowing what to expect from college-level classes and college life can be a little stressful. The 伟大的开始计划 is here to help!
The 伟大的开始计划 (GSP) is a supportive, alternative-admission program designed to help first-year 澳门在线赌城娱乐 students successfully transition from high school to college, build a strong academic foundation, and tap into their full potential at UM. The main feature of this program is 支持 – academically, emotionally, and socially.
Below are the different resources and opportunities 好的开始 has to offer.
一对一学术辅导
GSP participants will receive ongoing emotional support, one-on-one assistance on how to balance the demands of academics and college life, and create an academic plan of success. Topics discussed in academic coaching will include:
- 时间管理
- 提高学习能力
- 克服拖延症
- 应试策略
- 访问校园资源
- Understanding professors’ expectations
学生成功工作坊
The 伟大的开始计划 offers a variety of 有趣的 and interactive workshops throughout the year to assist participants in being successful inside and outside the classroom. 一些讲习班包括:
- It’s Real: College Students and Mental Health
- 诚信生活
- How to Study and Get the Grades You Want
- Stress Management and Self-care
- 认识健康vs. 不健康的关系
- Preparing for Mid-terms and Final Exams
- Career Assistance: Choosing a Major
- Career Assistance: What can I do with my degree?
猎鹰研究中心
We want our GSP students to feel welcomed and experience a home-away-from-home. Located in the 猎鹰成功中心, the 猎鹰研究中心 is where GSP students can relax, 在一个安静的地方独自学习, 分组学习, 玩游戏, 和朋友见面. The 猎鹰研究中心 also has computer access, resources, and free printing.
伟大的开始事件 & 郊游
College is more than academics; college is also 有趣的! GSP students are encouraged to attend events and outings. Attending events and outings provide opportunities for GSP students to connect, have 有趣的 and make lasting friendships. Some events include GSP Meet and Greet, College Cooking on a Budget featuring a professional chef, 大学色彩日, First Generation Week honoring amazing first-generation UM college students, 还有其他事件. As a group, 好的开始 students select off-campus outings they would like to attend.
Requirements for 好的开始 Participants
- Submit the Free Application for Federal 学生援助 (FAFSA)
- Register for 12-16 credit hours which includes English 101 and a suitable math course (the student’s academic advisor will help determine the correct math course to register for). Students are also strongly encouraged to register for UM 101 (First Year Experience) and English 100 (Composition Practicum – This course complements ENG 101; students meet one-on-one with the instructor of ENG 100 to address individual composition needs).
- Meet with the GS Program Coordinator to create an academic plan and personal pathway to success within the first two to three weeks of the first semester
- Attend at least three (3) workshops and two (2) events throughout the fall and spring semesters offered by various partners, including the 猎鹰成功中心, 学习充实中心 (LEC), 职业发展中心, 等.
- 达到2分.0 or higher GPA at the end of their first semester
- Schedule an appointment to talk with the GS Program Coordinator if any academic problems or issues arise (i.e. low grades or test scores, difficulty keeping up in classes, 等.). Students should not be afraid to ask for help.
