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Making the Transition

Making the Transition. Session # 7: Destiny’s Calling- Look out, here I come!. By: Liz Castellano & Jill Brown. Introductions. Liz Castellano : (Senior) Communications & Journalism major at St. John Fisher College Jill Brown: (Sophomore) Nursing major at St. John Fisher College.

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Making the Transition

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  1. Making the Transition Session # 7: Destiny’s Calling-Look out, here I come! By: Liz Castellano & Jill Brown

  2. Introductions Liz Castellano: (Senior) Communications & Journalism major at St. John Fisher College Jill Brown: (Sophomore) Nursing major at St. John Fisher College

  3. College… What do you know about college? What words come to mind when you think about college? How do you feel/what’s your opinion about college? How is college different from high school? Are you looking forward to going to college or are you hesitant? Why?

  4. College Search Process Michelle Marks-Hook from Career Services at St. John Fisher College “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” ~ LuciusAnnaeus

  5. Applying to College Anne Pytlak from admissions at St. John Fisher College “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” –Mark Twain

  6. Community College, College or University? Community colleges offer trade and technical certifications as well as the first 2 years of a 4 year program. - Associate’s Degree College just offers a collection of degrees in one specific area. - Bachelor’s Degree A university is a collection of colleges: when you go to a university you are going to be graduating from one of their colleges, such as the business college. - Bachelor’s Degree

  7. Misconceptions About College Partying 24/7 “I Love College” by Asher Roth Not a lot of homework Sleep during the day Everyone is in a Sorority or Frat Huge debt Lecture Halls Professors

  8. The Truth About College Hard Work= Big Success Maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher for good academic standing. (varies) - Academic probation if falls below - Deans list= 3.5 or higher - School of Nursing= 2.75 Colleges can be big or small: classes can be 200 students or 20 students. Universities generally have bigger classrooms with more students. Professors can and will in most cases take the time to know you and your name. Student Loans

  9. Positive Aspects about College More Freedom = no parents! More flexible schedule = more time Chose classes = more interesting Fresh start = chance to change reputation Easy to meet new people Chance to get away from home & live in a different environment “The quality of a man's life is in direct proportion to his commitment to excellence, regardless of his chosen field of endeavor.” ~ Vince Lombardi

  10. Negative Aspects No parents/greater freedom = more responsibility Making new friends = leaving your comfort zone Grading is harder = work harder Assignments/tests count! Extra credit = rarely High School Teachers vs. Professors Class sizes can be daunting Peer pressure = difficult decisions Costs money & time “If you think education is expensive, try ignorance.”  ~Attributed to both Andy McIntyre and Derek Bok

  11. Find What Interests YOU • Large variety of clubs & organizations • Sports, activities, committees, workshops • Extra time= join & meet people • List own interests, goals, hobbies • Involvement fest • Career • Career counselors • Workshops • Academic Handbook • Course Guide

  12. Get Involved Make friends Fun activities - Teddi Dance for Love - Relay for Life Meet other people through activities Make a difference Voice your opinion Feel satisfied Do what you love Meet requirements (community services is still needed!) “It’s your life- but only if you make it so.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt

  13. Motivation/Responsibility/Freedom • Motivation • College success is more than academics • Set goals • Think positive • Responsibility • Developing relationships with professors, counselors, and peers • Ask questions • Set priorities – manage time correctly • Be prepared • Be persistent • Freedom • Becoming adult • Opening mind • Enjoyment • You’re not alone

  14. Developing Individuality Become who you are without previous influences Fresh Start  turn over a new leaf Develop a more accurate sense of who you are Determine what you want in life Define success for yourself Find what satisfies you Life your own life, do what makes you happy “To exist is to change, to change is to mature, to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly.” ~ Henri Burgson

  15. Networking Get yourself out there. Don’t waste time. Be bold. Questions. Practice. Smile. Stand out. A small effort goes a long way. A network can be an investment.

  16. Always Remember… “You are your biggest supporter and your harshest critic.” “Remember to respect your goals that you are trying to attain and appreciate and reflect of the ones you have reached.” By Greg DiStefano

  17. The End! Questions??

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