Want to learn new student success strategies? Attend the ASC Student Success workshops!

Open to all students, our interactive Student Success Workshops can help you master some of the most fundamental concepts for academic learning and lifelong success.   

You can also earn certificates for attending ASC Student Success Workshops:

• Limited First Year Experience Pathway: Complete four different workshops or projects with different learning outcomes during your first year. For more information on the Limited First Year Pathway, please contact [email protected]. 
• Advanced: Attend 10 different workshops throughout your time at AUS.
• Expert: Attend 16 different workshops throughout your time at AUS.

Workshops will be offered online through the following link on their designated date and time.

Fall Semester 2020

Week 1, August 30–September 3

The Lowdown on AUS Lingo | Sunday, August 30, 12:00 p.m.

Join us to find out all about AUS acronyms, what they mean and when to use them.

Making the Most of your AUS Experience | Tuesday, September 1, 12:00 p.m.

Learn from your peers about how to make the most of your time and experience at AUS.

Relax, Resource, Repeat | Wednesday, September 2, 2:00 p.m.

Learn more about AUS resources available to you and compete with your peers to earn prizes.

Adulting 101 | Thursday, September 3, 12:00 p.m.

From managing a budget to microwavable meals, this workshop is dedicated to helping you start living an independent lifestyle.

Week 2, September 6–September 9

Overbooked: Time Management Solutions and Resolutions | Sunday, September 6, 12:00 p.m.

Identify and analyze various time management techniques that can assist you with managing your time more effectively.

How to Succeed at Physics | TBD

TBD

iLearn 101 | Tuesday, September 8, 12:00 p.m.

TBD

How to Take Notes in Class | Wednesday, September 9, 11:00 a.m.

Learn about the importance of note taking and become familiar with various note taking methods.

Week 3, September 13–September 16

Climbing the Ladder from Academic Probation to Dean’s List | Sunday, September 13, 12:00 p.m.

Explore different strategies to build resilience and to achieve success at AUS. This workshop is ideal for students who are currently on Academic Probation and looking to find their way back to good academic standing.

Writing at a College Level | TBD

TBD

Developing a University Mindset | Tuesday, September 15, 12:00 p.m.

Learn about the benefits of applying a “growth” versus “fixed” mindset for university and lifelong success.

The Lowdown on AUS Lingo | Wednesday, September 16, 12:00 p.m.

Join us to find out all about AUS acronyms, what they mean and when to use them.

Test-Taking Strategies | Wednesday, September 16, 3:30 p.m.

Learn about various strategies for taking tests that would also help reduce fear related to test taking.

Week 4, September 20–September 23

Is College Really More Than the Classroom? | Sunday, September 20, 12:00 p.m.

Find out about the many ways you can get involved outside the classroom at AUS.

Learn to Say “No” Guilt-Free | Monday, September 21, 1:00 p.m.

Learn to prioritize commitments and explore various ways of saying NO to distractions without feeling guilty.

Adulting 101 | Monday, September 21, 3:30 p.m.

From managing a budget to microwavable meals, this workshop is dedicated to helping you start living an independent lifestyle.

Self-Care is Just as Important as an Assignment | Tuesday, September 22, 12:00 p.m.

University Counseling Services will highlight the importance of prioritizing self-care and provide techniques on how to cope with difficult emotions.

How to Succeed at Physics | TBD

TBD

Making the Most of Your AUS Experience | Wednesday, September 23, 3:00 p.m.

Learn from your peers about how to make the most of your time and experience at AUS.

Week 5, September 27–September 30

Conquer the Catalog | Sunday, September 27, 12:00 p.m.

Learn to navigate the pages of the AUS catalog with ease and engage in a little healthy competition!

Smart Studying | Monday, September 28, 3:30 p.m.

Learn about how to study smarter before, during and after class to maximize your efforts.

Choose a Major You Love and Prepare for an Amazing Career | Tuesday, September 29, 12:00 p.m.

Learn about tools and resources that can assist you in choosing a suitable major and preparing for your future career.

Power Over Procrastination | Wednesday, September 30, 3:00 p.m.

Procrastination is a huge challenge in college. Understand what it means, why you do it and learn to overcome it with a strategy that works for you.

Week 6, October 4–October 7

Writing at a College Level | TBD

TBD

Stressing is Stressful | Monday, October 5, 2:00 p.m.

Learn how to define, identify signs of and manage stress.

Test-Taking Strategies | Tuesday, October 6, 12:00 p.m.

Learn about various strategies for taking tests that would also help reduce fear related to test taking.

Awesome Apps | Wednesday, October 7, 11:00 a.m.

Introduces useful smartphone/tablet applications that will make studying and university life easier.

Week 7, October 11–October 14

Ready, Set, Goal! | Sunday, October 11, 12:00 p.m.

Learn how to set SMART goals, stick to them, and stay motivated even when times get tough.

Effective Communication is Key | Monday, October 12, 11:00 a.m.

Learn about the basic principles of effective communication that can be used for university and lifelong success.

Health and Wellness for Better Grades | Tuesday, October 13, 12:00 p.m.

TBD

Overbooked: Time Management Solutions and Resolutions | Wednesday, October 14, 2:00 p.m.

Identify and analyze various time management techniques that can assist you with managing your time more effectively.

Week 8, October 18–October 21

Power Over Procrastination | Sunday, October 18, 12:00 p.m.

Procrastination is a huge challenge in college. Understand what it means, why you do it and learn to overcome it with a strategy that works for you.

Public Speaking is a Piece of Cake | Monday, October 19, 11:00 a.m.

Learn about effective presentation techniques and identify strategies that could assist you in overcoming some of the challenges of public speaking.

How to Take Notes in Class | Wednesday, October 20, 12:00 p.m.

Learn about the importance of note taking and become familiar with various note taking methods.

How to Rock your Group Project | Wednesday, October 21, 12:00 p.m.

Learn about different strategies on how to work well with your group members to maximize effectiveness and eliminate conflict.

Week 9, October 25–October 28

Take Responsibility, Own Your Decisions | Sunday, October 25, 12:00 p.m.

Understand how your thinking, actions and the choices you make can have an impact on your life. Explore some of the roadblocks that you might be facing with accepting personal responsibility.

Choose a Major You Love and Prepare for an Amazing Career | Monday, October 26, 2:00 p.m.

Learn about tools and resources that can assist you in choosing a suitable major and preparing for your future career.

Overbooked: Time Management Solutions and Resolutions | Tuesday, October 27, 12:00 p.m.

Identify and analyze various time management techniques that can assist you with managing your time more effectively.

Read to Remember | Wednesday, October 28, 1:00 p.m.

Learn about the importance of note taking and become familiar with various note taking methods.

Week 10, November 1–November 4

Awesome Apps | Sunday, November 1, 12:00 p.m.

Introduces useful smartphone/tablet applications that will make studying and university life easier.

Ready, Set, Goal! | Monday, November 2, 12:00 p.m.

Learn how to set SMART goals, stick to them, and stay motivated even when times get tough.

Learn to Say “No” Guilt-Free | Tuesday, November 3, 12:00 p.m.

Learn to prioritize commitments and explore various ways of saying NO to distractions without feeling guilty.

Relax, Resource, Repeat | Wednesday, November 4, 11:00 a.m.

Learn more about AUS resources available to you and compete with your peers to earn prizes.

Week 11, November 8–November 11

Stressing is Stressful | Sunday, November 8, 12:00 p.m.

Learn how to define, identify signs of and manage stress.

Test-Taking Strategies | Monday, November 9, 1:00 p.m.

Learn about various strategies for taking tests that would also help reduce fear related to test taking.

How to Rock your Group Project | Tuesday, November 10, 12:00 p.m.

Learn about different strategies on how to work well with your group members to maximize effectiveness and eliminate conflict.

Self-Care is Just as Important as an Assignment | Wednesday, November 11, 1:00 p.m.

University Counseling Services will highlight the importance of prioritizing self-care and provide techniques on how to cope with difficult emotions.

Week 12, November 15–November 18

Public Speaking is a Piece of Cake | Sunday, November 15, 12:00 p.m.

Learn about effective presentation techniques and identify strategies that could assist you in overcoming some of the challenges of public speaking.

Overbooked: Time Management Solutions and Resolutions | Monday, November 16, 11:00 a.m.

Identify and analyze various time management techniques that can assist you with managing your time more effectively.

Smart Studying | Tuesday, November 17, 12:00 p.m.

Learn about how to study smarter before, during and after class to maximize your efforts.

Health and Wellness for Better Grades | Wednesday, November 18, 1:00 p.m.

TBD

Week 13, November 23–November 24

Ready, Set, Goal! | Monday, November 23, 3:00 p.m.

Learn how to set SMART goals, stick to them, and stay motivated even when times get tough.

Power Over Procrastination | Tuesday, November 24, 1:00 p.m.

Procrastination is a huge challenge in college. Understand what it means, why you do it and learn to overcome it with a strategy that works for you.