1. COL101: Introduction to College Preparation Dr. Mari D. Hadley The Business and Education Research and Training Organization

2. Introduction Students academically prepared Need to be physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually prepared Become education decision makers

3. Postsecondary Education Institutions Community Colleges 4 year Colleges and Universities Trade/Technical Schools

4. Career Choices Personality Tests Career Tests Developing Career Plans

5. Enrollment and Application Process Enrollment Process College Application Tips Low paying jobs (Clerical) – 38% All will require some college level education

6. Financial Aid Completing FAFSA Expected Family Contribution Types of Financial Aid Withdrawal from Classes Standards of Academic Progress and Academic Probation Budgeting

7. Academic Advising and Education Plans Academic Advising role Developing a education plan

8. Learning Styles, College Survival Tips, and Study Habits Newfound Freedom 8 Learning Styles 15 College Survival Tips Developing Good Study Habits

9. Emotional Control Intrapersonal Skills Interpersonal Skills Adaptability Stress Management

10. Campus Life/Expectations Freshmanitis Living On Campus Social Activities

11. Faculty Expectations Get to know Professor Classroom Tips Faculty Grievances

12. Campus Runaround Campus Departments Resources Available Problem Resolution

13. Sororities and Fraternities Difference between Sororities and Fraternities Joining a Sorority or Fraternity Top Greek Letter Organizations Hazing

14. Conclusion Preparing for college New learning environment Academic and career success

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16. Questions and Answers Dr. Mari D. Hadley The Business and Education Research and Training Organization P.O. Box 09188 Detroit, MI 48209 P 313.849.2006 E DrMariHadley@mdzhadley-berto.comDrMariHadley@mdzhadley-berto.com W mdzhadley-berto.commdzhadley-berto.com