Academic and Career Counseling

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A Career as an Academic Librarian: This presentation is intended for groups at or above the high school, and presents an introduction to many of the common roles of an academic librarian, including reference, instruction, collection development, and programming. It will also identify possible variations between working as a librarian at a for-profit, community college, or 4-year institution.
Speaker: John T. Rasel

A Success Formula for All, V+A+F+CV=S :  What is a formula?  A formula is an equation that expresses in symbols a general fact, rule, or principle. Formulas are shortcuts for expressing a word concept (Slater and Wittry, 2020).  This definition of a formula, that was shared in a college text book of an entry-level accounting course, can also be helpful to any and everyone on their road to success!  This goal setting and goal attainment presentation will reveal to all audiences a success formula, V+A+F+CV=S (Success).
Speaker: Kenneth D. Hale

African American Males Success Strategies: Tools for success
Speaker: Terry A. Webb

Connecting Youth with Life-Changing Opportunities: Opportunities are plentiful. Yet, many opportunities are not taken advantage of, which does not serve youth or society well. In this presentation, we discuss the importance of preparing youth to be ready, willing and able to take advantage of educational and career opportunities, which can have a significant and positive impact on their future.
Speaker: Kenneth D. Hale

Defeating Self-Imposed Limitations: This is a goal setting, self-exploratory workshop.
Speaker: Terry A. Webb

Leadership
Speaker: Dr. Charles Dull

Math Anxiety
Speaker: Carilynn Bouie

Math Study Skills
Speaker: Carilynn Bouie

Note Taking: How to take notes in an academic environment.
Speaker: Terry A. Webb

Self-Advocacy at any age: You are your biggest champion!: What is self-advocacy and why is it important? In this presentation, learn the fundamentals of self-advocacy and how to be your own biggest champion - in school, in the workplace, and in your personal life. This presentation is relevant for any age or stage of life. We will learn to identify goals, assess our strengths and areas for growth, build support networks, create action plans, practice self-advocacy, adjust as needed and celebrate!
Speaker: Dr. Andrew Cox

Study Skills
Speaker: Michael Lanstrum

Test Anxiety: What it is, and how to control it.
Speaker: Terry A. Webb

Test Taking Strategies: Tips for taking standardized and short answer tests.
Speaker: Terry A. Webb

The Transition from High School to College: What I wish someone would have told me before I went to college.
Speaker: Terry A. Webb

The Value of a Humanities Education: In modern education, so much emphasis is placed on the importance of STEM fields that humanities-related disciplines are minimized in the process. Yet, much of Western civilization was built upon the foundation that learning the humanities was vital to our existence. This presentation presents valid reasons for both exploring and deepening one's appreciation for a humanities-based education.
Speaker: Jason Moore

Why Planning Matters - Life, Education and Career Planning for Youth and Adults
speaker: Dr. JaNice Marshall