Student Success Series Fall 2012
The Student Success Series (SSS) is provided every fall and spring semester to teach valuable skills for college success. The skills taught in these workshops provide students with practical skills they can use in their academic, personal, and professional lives. Attending Student Success Series workshops is also one of the requirements for students enrolled in USAO’s Leadership Academy.
Tuesday, September 11
Optimal resume: Developing Resumes and other Job Search Tools
USAO Career Services staff will introduce you to an innovative software program that guides you through the process of developing resumes, cover letters, portfolios, professional websites, and interview skills.
11:00am-12:00pm, Regents’ Room in Student Center
Money Management
Oklahoma Money Matters (OKMM) comes to the USAO campus to offer information, resources, and a variety of services to educate students about managing personal finances, saving, consumer credit, financial aid and student loan management.
6:00pm-7:00pm, Amphitheater in Davis Hall
Tuesday, September 18
Student Success/ Study Skills
Join the “People Skills Lady” Crystal Jonas as she provides the skills necessary to ace that next exam, as well as overall tips for college student success.
6:00pm-7:00pm, Amphitheater in Davis Hall
Tuesday, September 25
Cooking for College
Tired of eating Ramen noodles? Join us for some tips and recipes that are easy to try at home (yes, even in your residence hall) that are inexpensive and great for the busy college student.
11:00am-12:00pm, Regents’ Room in Student Center
Time Management
Engaging speaker Kelly Barnes visits the USAO campus to discuss valuable skills for managing the many tasks a college student is expected to juggle.
6:00pm-7:00pm, Amphitheater in Davis Hall
Tuesday, October 9
Preparing for Graduate School
Are you considering attending graduate or professional school? This workshop will provide you basic information that will help you prepare for studies beyond USAO.
Exploring: What is graduate school? How do I choose a school?
Preparing: Timeline, Testing, Financial Aid
Applying: Application, Personal Statement, Letter of Recommendation
11:00am-12:00pm, Regents’ Room in Student Center
Tuesday, October 23
Dealing with Credit
For students getting their first credit card, or students who want to understand what it means to have a credit score, come to the “Dealing with Credit” workshop presented by Stillwater National Bank.
11:00am-12:00pm, Regents’ Room in Student Center
Tuesday, November 13
Interviewing Tips and Techniques
Learn how to put your best foot forward when interviewing for a job. This workshop will provide you with essential information to provide you the confidence and skills to ace your interview.
11:00am-12:00pm, Regents’ Room in Student Center
Tuesday, November 27
Embracing Diversity
To finish off the fall Student Success Series, join us for an engaging discussion of the growing diversity on our college campuses, how it’s affecting all of us, and leave the room feeling warm and fuzzy through some end-of-semester bonding activities.
11:00am-12:00pm, Regents’ Room in Student Center
