Welcome to UAA Student Workshops

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Welcome to UAA 1 Compass Workshops 2-12 Compass Partners 13

For more information or to register for

a workshop, visit:

tinyurl.com/compassworkshops

or call

907-786-7277

All UAA students are invited to attend workshops in the free Compass series.

Develop your skills and grow personally through workshops specifically

designed for students. This series will help students:

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_{Gain effective study skills,}

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Learn strategies for taking tests,

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_{Improve time management skills,}

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_{Learn multiple writing reference styles,}

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_{Understand your responsibilities and further define your}

personal values,

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Identify important community and campus resources to

help you feel at home at UAA,

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_{and much more!}

Welcome to UAA

Student Workshops

Spring 2016

Volume 1, Issue 1

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All sessions are scheduled for one hour unless otherwise indicated.

WESNEDAY, JAN. 20

Time Management

12:00pm,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Learn methods and skills on how

to improve managing your time

well.

Hosted by New Student Orientation.

THURSDAY, JAN. 21

Study Techniques

4:00pm,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Attend a free workshop on how to

improve and develop successful

study techniques, including time

management skills and methods

for taking notes.

JANUARY

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 20

Time Management and

Organization

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 Learn how to manage your

workload and increase daily

productivity with prioritization

and scheduling techniques.

Hosted by Academic Coaching Center.

THURSDAY, JAN. 14

Selecting Your Class

Courses

9:00am

‐

1:00pm,

Mul cultural

Center,

RH

Rm

106 Get advice and assistance in

course selection and adding

courses.

Hosted by Student Support Services.

THURSDAY, JAN. 14

Financial Aid

Workshop

2:00pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

A hands on workshop on the steps

to completing your FAFSA.

TUESDAY, JAN. 19

Essay Writing and

Review

2:00pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

Develop techniques for successful

essay writing. Learn how to

review an essay and further your

writing skills.

THURSDAY, JAN. 21

Budgeting and Saving

3:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

303 Improve your financial literacy by

learning ways to budget and save

your money.

THURSDAY, JAN. 21

Interested in a

Student Worker

Position at UAA?

Part I

1:30pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

A hands on workshop on the

“How-To’s” of completing a UAA

employment application and cover

letter. *This is a two-part series.

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WEDNESDAY, JAN. 27

$avvy $eawolf: The

Loan Zone

2:30pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

108 Step into The Loan Zone and

learn all the ins, outs, ups and

downs of student loans!

Hosted by Native Student Services.

MONDAY, JAN. 25

Writing Reference

Styles

1:00pm,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Attend a free workshop to develop

skills in writing according to APA,

MLA and Chicago styles, with a

focus on references and

bibliographies.

TUESDAY, JAN. 26

Test Taking

Strategies

4:00pm,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Develop ways to improve how you

approach taking a test, methods to

make the process easier, and

simple tips to keep you on track.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 27

Math Study Skills

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 Effective ways to study and

prepare for math tests.

MONDAY, JAN. 25

Applying for UAA

Employment Part II

2:00pm

‐

5:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

A hands on workshop on how to

write a résumé and reference list.

TUESDAY, JAN. 26

ePortfolio Workshop:

Building the Best

You!

2:00pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

Build the best you and launch

yourself with an ePortfolio! *This

workshop is exclusive to SSS

students.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 27

Professionalism &

Me

4:00pm,

Mul cultural

Center,

RH

Rm

106 Examine what professionalism

means; topics include dressing

professionally, social media, and

cultural diversity as well as

stereotyping in the workplace.

Hosted by Career Development Center.

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TUESDAY, FEB. 2

UA Scholarship

Workshop

3:30pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

108 Learn all there is to know about

applying for UA Scholarships,

including deadlines, eligibility

criteria, and general scholarship

tips.

MONDAY, FEB. 1

Time Management

10:00am,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Learn methods and skills on how

to improve managing your time

well.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 3

Preparing for Tests

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 How to prepare and study

effectively for tests.

FEBRUARY

TUESDAY, FEB. 2

ePortfolio Workshop:

Building the Best

You!

2:00pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

Build the best you and launch

yourself with an ePortfolio! *This

workshop is exclusive to SSS

students.

THURSDAY, JAN. 28

Financial Aid

Workshop

2:00pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

A hands on workshop on how to

access the full range of federal

student financial aid programs

and benefits available to students.

All sessions are scheduled for one hour unless otherwise indicated.

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MONDAY, FEB. 1

How to Wow: Job Fair

101 12:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122

Get advice on how to dress to impress; resume tips and tailoring; how to stand out (in a good way). All are welcomed to attend!

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 3

Walk-by-Wednesdays

10:00am

‐

2:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Lobby

Stop by for a quick resume review by the Career Development Center Hosted by Career Development Center.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 3

Job Searching 101

Workshop

4:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122

Navigate your way through job postings and identify what job is right for you.

TUESDAY, FEB. 2

Job Searching 101

Workshop

11:30am

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122

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THURSDAY, FEB. 4

Essay Writing and

Review

2:00pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

Develop techniques for successful

essay writing. Learn how to review

an essay and further your writing

skills.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10

Looking Ahead to

Summer and Fall

Planning

3:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215

A financial literacy workshop on financial planning.

THURSDAY, FEB. 4

Speed Resume Review

11:00am

‐

1:00pm,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Come have your resume reviewed by local professionals and HR

representatives. Please dress

professionally and bring extra copies of your resume.

THURSDAY, FEB. 4

How to Wow: Job Fair

101 12:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 FRIDAY, FEB. 5

Business and

Engineering

Etiquette Lunch

11:00am

‐

1:00pm

Lucy’s

Resaurant

Business & Engineering students are invited to attend a free 3-course lunch, which includes: Professional etiquette tips, and a chance to network with employers. Must wear business casual attire! MUST register by 4:00pm Friday, Jan. 29th.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10

How to Wow: Job Fair

101 10:00am

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 TUESDAY, FEB. 9

The Etiquette in

Networking

11:30am,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 Develop techniques for successful

essay writing. Learn how to review

an essay and further your writing

skills.

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THURSDAY, FEB. 11

Alaska Native and

Rural Student

Scholarship and

Internship Fair

10:00am

‐

4:00pm,

Student

Union

This event will provide Alaska

Native and Rural students with

convenient “one-stop” access to

applications for scholarships and

internships. We encourage you to

take advantage of this

opportunity.

MONDAY, FEB. 15

eWolf Native

Cultural Identity

Workshop

2:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

108 Attend a free workshop on how to

navigate the UAA eWolf

(electronic portfolio) and to make

the ePortfolio culturally relevant.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10

Textbook Reading

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 A step-by-step guide to reading

and understanding your college

textbooks.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10

Study Techniques

9:00am,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Attend a free workshop on how to

improve and develop successful

study techniques, including time

management skills and methods

for taking notes.

TUESDAY, FEB. 16

ePortfolio Workshop:

Building the Best

You!

2:00pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

Build the best you and launch

yourself with an ePortfolio! *This

workshop is exclusive to SSS

students.

THURSDAY, FEB. 11

Financial Aid

Workshop

2:00pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

A hands on workshop on the steps

to completing your FAFSA.

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THURSDAY, FEB. 11

Professional

Clothing Giveaway

12:00pm

‐

2:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Lobby

Need professional clothing for an interview, class presentation, or to wear to work? The UAA Career Development Center has free professional clothing for you! Stop by our table to learn more and possibly find your next outfit. Hosted by Career Development Center.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10

Professionalism in

Networking

4:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 FRIDAY, FEB. 12

How to Wow: Job Fair

101 12:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122

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MONDAY, FEB. 22

Test Taking

Strategies

3:00pm,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Develop ways to improve how you

approach taking a test, methods to

make the process easier, and

simple tips to keep you on track.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 17

Time Management and

Organization

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 Learn how to manage your

workload and increase daily

productivity with prioritization

and scheduling techniques.

TUESDAY, FEB. 16

Writing Reference

Styles

12:00pm,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Attend a free workshop to develop

skills in writing according to APA,

MLA and Chicago styles, with a

focus on references and

bibliographies.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 17

Resume, Resume What

are You? Part 1

4:00pm,

Mul cultural

Center

RH

Rm

106

Learn how to market your skills and make yourself stand out. Expand your knowledge of types of resumes and cover letters. Select the right resume for you and create an amazing cover letter.

THURSDAY, FEB. 18

City Wide Career &

Job Fair

9:00am

‐

3:00[m,

Student

Union

You are invited to come speak with 85+ companies from a variety of industries and get information on full -time or part-time professional employment, internship, and seasonal positions. All UAA and Anchorage community members welcome! Hosted by Career Development Center..

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 24

Resume, Resume What

are You? Part 2

4:00pm,

Mul cultural

Center

RH

Rm

106 WEDNESDAY, FEB. 24

Math Study Skills

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 Effective ways to study and

prepare for math tests.

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WEDNESDAY, FEB. 24

eLearning: Distance

Student Services

1:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

108 Please join us for a workshop

discussing online course offerings

through UAA including

“eLearning”, “Online”, and

“Distance Education” courses. In

this session we will also be

discussing the support services

that are available to eLearning

students to ensure a positive

experience while taking classes at

UAA.

TUESDAY, MAR. 1

eWolf Native

Cultural Identity

Workshop

2:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

108 Attend a free workshop on how to

navigate UAA eWolf (electronic

portfolio) and to make the

ePortfolio culturally relevant.

All sessions are scheduled for one hour unless otherwise indicated.

THURSDAY, MAR. 3

Time Management

11:00am,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Learn methods and skills on how

to improve managing your time

well.

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 2

Preparing for

Midterms

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 How to prepare and study

effectively for midterm exams.

MARCH

TUESDAY, MAR. 1

ePortfolio Workshop:

Building the Best

You!

2:00pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

Build the best you and launch

yourself with an ePortfolio! *This

workshop is exclusive to SSS

students.

TUESDAY, MAR. 1

Fear No More:

Interviewing Part 1

11:30am,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122

Learn what to expect during an interview and how to tackle any question the right way.

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 2

Walk-by-Wednesdays

10:00am

‐

2:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Lobby

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 2

Fear No More:

Interviewing Part 1

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 THURSDAY, MAR. 3

Career Networking

Night

5:30pm

‐

7:00pm,

The

Den

SU

Join UAA Career Development for Networking Nights and get a jump start on your career. MUST pre-register for this event.

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MONDAY, MAR. 7

Study Techniques

3:00pm,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Attend a free workshop on how to

improve and develop successful

study techniques, including time

management skills and methods

for taking notes.

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 23

Writing Reference

Styles

12:00pm,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Attend a free workshop to develop

skills in writing according to APA,

MLA and Chicago styles, with a

focus on references and

bibliographies.

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 23

Time Management and

Organization

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 Learn how to manage your

workload and increase daily

productivity with prioritization

and scheduling techniques.

TUESDAY, MAR. 22

ePortfolio Workshop:

Building the Best

You!

2:00pm

‐

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

215 Computer

Lab

Build the best you and launch

yourself with an ePortfolio! *This

workshop is exclusive to SSS

students.

FRIDAY, MAR. 4

Spring Etiquette

Lunch

11:00am

‐

1:00pm,

Lucy’s

Restaurant

All students are invited to attend a free 3-course lunch, which includes: Professional etiquette tips, and a chance to network with employers. Must wear business casual attire! MUST pre-register for this event. Hosted by Career Development Center.

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 9

Fear No More:

Interviewing Part 2

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 TUESDAY, MAR. 8

Fear No More:

Interviewing Part 2

11:30am,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 WEDNESDAY, MAR. 23

Walk-by-Wednesdays

10:00am

‐

2:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Lobby

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THURSDAY, MAR. 31

Test Taking

Strategies

10:00am,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Develop ways to improve how you

approach taking a test, methods to

make the process easier, and

simple tips to keep you on track.

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 30

Math Study Skills

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 Effective ways to study and

prepare for math tests.

Hosted by Academic Coaching Center. Page 10

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 23

Job Searching 101

Workshop

4:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 WEDNESDAY, MAR. 30

Resume, Resume What

are You? Part 1

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 All sessions are scheduled for one hour unless otherwise indicated.

TUESDAY, MAR. 29

Resume, Resume What

are You? Part 1

11:30am,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 THURSDAY, MAR. 31

Professional

Clothing Giveaway

12:00pm

‐

2:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Lobby

Need professional clothing for an interview, class presentation, or to wear to work? The UAA Career Development Center has free professional clothing for you! Stop by our table to learn more and possibly find your next outfit. Hosted by Career Development Center.

WEDNESDAY, MAR. 23

Job Searching 101

Workshop

4:00pm,

Mul cultural

Center

RH

Rm

106

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TUESDAY, APR. 5

Time Management

9:00am,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Learn methods and skills on how

to improve managing your time

well.

WEDNESDAY, APR. 6

Study Techniques

9:00am,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Attend a free workshop on how to

improve and develop successful

study techniques, including time

management skills and methods

for taking notes.

MONDAY, APR. 11

Test Taking

Strategies

2:00pm,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Develop ways to improve how you

approach taking a test, methods to

make the process easier, and

simple tips to keep you on track.

WEDNESDAY, APR. 6

Preparing for Tests

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 How to prepare and study

effectively for tests.

APRIL

WEDNESDAY, APR. 6

Walk-by-Wednesdays

10:00am

‐

2:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Lobby

TUESDAY, APR. 5

Resume, Resume What

are You? Part 2

11:30am,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 WEDNESDAY, APR. 6

Resume, Resume What

are You? Part 2

4:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Rm

122 THURSDAY, APR. 7

We’re Hiring! Career

Fair

10:00am

‐

2:00pm,

Student

Union

Come speak to 20+ companies who are hiring for part-time, full-time, seasonal, and internship positions. Hosted by Career Development Center.

WEDNESDAY, APR. 13

Banking Job Fair

10:00am

‐

3:00pm,

Rasmuson

Hall

Lobby

Network with employers in the business field! Meet recruiters that are looking to fill full-time, part-time, seasonal, temporary, or internship positions.

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THURSDAY, APR. 14

Writing Reference

Styles

10:00am,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

Attend a free workshop to develop

skills in writing according to APA,

MLA and Chicago styles, with a

focus on references and

bibliographies.

WEDNESDAY, APR. 20

Preparing for Final

Exams

9:00am,

Lyla

Richards

Rm,

SU

How to prepare and study

effectively for final exams.

WEDNESDAY, APR. 13

Textbook Reading

12:00pm

and

5:30pm,

Sally

Monserud

Hall

Rm

114 A step-by-step guide to reading

and understanding your college

textbooks.

FRIDAY, APR. 15

World Day for

Cultural Diversity

4:00pm

‐

6:00pm,

Mul cultural

Center,

RH

Rm

106 Please join us in celebration of

World Day for Cultural Diversity

with our annual potluck to learn

about the importance of diversity

and harmony.

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WEDNESDAY, APR. 13

Fear No More:

Interviewing Part 1

4:00pm,

Mul cultural

Center

RH

Rm

106 WEDNESDAY, APR. 20

Walk-by-Wednesdays

10:00am

‐

2:00pm

Rasmuson

Hall

Lobby

WEDNESDAY, APR. 20

Fear No More:

Interviewing Part 2

4:00pm,

Mul cultural

Center

RH

Rm

106 Please note that Compass

Workshops are subject to

change. For updates, please

visit our website:

tinyurl.com/

compassworkshops

or call 907-786-7277

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Brought to You by Your Dedicated Partners

Multicultural Student Services

Leo Medal

Student Success Coordinator

lmedal@uaa.alaska.edu

786-4082

Native Student Services

Sheila Randazzo

Transition Advisor

snrandazzo@uaa.alaska.edu

786-4008

New Student Orientation

Wolfpack

uaa_orientation@uaa.alaska.edu

786-7277

International Student Services

David Racki

International Student Advisor

dracki@uaa.alaska.edu

786-1573

Student Support Services

Connie Carlisle

Student Support Coordinator

786-4099

UA Scholars@UAA

Andrea Alexander

ayalexander@uaa.alaska.edu

786-6471

Rural Student Services

Patience Merculief

Rural Student Transition

Specialist

ppmerculief@uaa.alaska.edu

786-1037

Academic Coaching Center

Learning Resources Center

786-6828

Career Development Center

Courtney Petrosky

Career Exploration Coordinator

uaa_career@uaa.alaska.edu

786-6913