Student Success Workshops

Student Learning and Transitions offers a wide variety of student success workshops throughout the academic year to support students with getting adjusted to university, developing academic skills, career readiness, and more!

All of our workshops have the added benefit of being Record of Student Development approved! Students who participate can add their involvement to their co-curricular record via the RSD website.

Request a workshop

Want to collaborate with us? Request a student success workshop below! You can either choose from our existing list of topics or connect with us to discuss a personalized learning opportunity unique to your class, student group, or situation. Please provide 3 weeks' notice for your request.

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Workshop Topics:

Topic:	Description	RSD Competencies
Topic: Adulting 101	Description Join in for some tips and tricks for moving through your academics in a professional and "adult" way!	RSD Competencies Emotional and Interpersonal Intelligence
Topic: Articulating Your Skills	Description Learn how to describe the skills you have built so far in your time at University, or in prior jobs, as you navigate the world of resume-writing and interviewing for prospective employment. Learn how to articulate the things that you have done and the competencies you possess to future employers and maximize your ability to stand out against other candidates in the career world.	RSD Competencies Critical Thinking
Topic: Career Development & You	Description Deciding what career path you will take after graduation can be a daunting task and leave students feeling overwhelmed with choices. In this session, we will be talking about strategies you can take to narrow down your choices and set you on the path to career success.	RSD Competencies Critical Thinking
Topic: Cover Letter Writing 101	Description An effective cover letter is essential and can set you apart from other candidates and illustrate why you are the best person for the job. Attend this workshop to learn the format, layout and content of the most compelling cover letter and set yourself up for success.	RSD Competencies Initiative
Topic: Exploring The Job Market	Description Looking for a part-time or full-time job? Learn how to navigate the job market and take a proactive approach in your job hunt!	RSD Competencies Critical Thinking
Topic: How To Begin Your Semester	Description Make sure your semester is a success by learning how to communicate with your professors, get organized, and get involved!	RSD Competencies Organization
Topic: Identifying Capacity & Managing Time	Description Take an inventory of all the things you've got going for you and learn how to manage your time with that in mind!	RSD Competencies Responding to Change
Topic: Introduction to Interviews	Description Interviewing can be a daunting thing, but is necessary to secure part-time and full-time employment. Get some tips and tricks from our friends at Yes Employment and learn how to ace your next interview.	RSD Competencies Functioning Independently
Topic: Kick-Start Your Paper	Description Have started your paper yet? No shade if you're in this boat! This isn't a conversation about procrastination or a sneaky way of dealing with time management. There's no time for that! This session meets you where you are in the writing process. We can deal with the other issues another time.	RSD Competencies Critical Thinking
Topic: LinkedIn: Building Your Profile	Description Join Yes Employment and Career Services as we chat about the importance of creating and updating your LinkedIn profile, especially as we enter a more virtual world.	RSD Competencies Organization
Topic: Maintaining Focus in Syncronhous Lectures	Description Learn new strategies to maintain focus and stay engaged during synchronous lectures to make the most of your "in-class" time.	RSD Competencies Commitment and Accountability
Topic: Note-Taking for Online Learning	Description It’s not a lecture but it’s not a reading... what to do? Get the most out of your weekly module content and your notes so you can study effectively.	RSD Competencies Functioning Independently
Topic: Post-It Notes: A Guide to Online Discussion Posts	Description Participating in online discussions is a skill and, in this session, we'll be talking about the strategies and tools for improving that skill in order to get the marks and, most importantly, LEARN!	RSD Competencies Critical Thinking
Topic: Procrastinators Unite! Right Now.	Description Why do you procrastinate? It's probably not the reason you're thinking. How can you stop? Find out!	RSD Competencies Initiative
Topic: Resume Writing 101	Description Do you need to create or update your resume and aren't sure where to start? This workshop offers tips on the use of appropriate formatting, layout and how to select and present relevant skills to an employer. Whether you are looking for a part-time job while you continue your studies, or a full-time job as you prepare to graduate, this workshop is for you!	RSD Competencies Excellence
Topic: Study Strategies Workshop	Description It's never too soon to start studying! Learn some proactive strategies that can help you maintain balance during assessment-heavy times.	RSD Competencies Excellence
Topic: Study Strategies for Online Learning	Description Online learning comes with its own unique set of skills and challenges with studying for an online course being among them. Join in for a conversation about tips and tricks that address this specifically.	RSD Competencies Responding to Change
Topic: Syllabus Social	Description Where did the time go? It's already the end of the first week of classes! Now is the perfect time to gather your syllabi and join us at the Syllabus Social! In this session, you'll break things down with the help of our Academic Success Program team, to get organized for the semester ahead!	RSD Competencies Organization, Commitment and Accountability
Topic: Tackling Your Textbook	Description Reading your textbook shouldn’t feel like climbing Mount Everest. Learn tips and tricks for note-taking, summarizing, and memory retention to get the most out of your textbook.	RSD Competencies Research
Topic: Tech for Academic Preparation	Description Discover technology that promotes studying for retention, producing quality work, and overall efficiency. Find apps, programs, websites, and more that you may find helpful in keeping you organized, motivated, and successful!	RSD Competencies Organization
Topic: Technology Workshop: Productivity & Organization	Description Join in for some tips and tricks for improving your organization and productivity using technology!	RSD Competencies Organization
Topic: The Final(s) Countdown: A Guide to Exam Preparation	Description Peek behind the curtain and find out how to prepare for three types of online exams so you can start to get ready for December starting today!	RSD Competencies Organization
Topic: The STATs Session Part 1	Description Based on our calculations, it's possible you could be experiencing some stress related to MATH 1257. Never fear, our Academic Success Program Facilitators are here! During this session, we will cover calculating probabilities with and without probability distributions.	RSD Competencies Critical Thinking
Topic: Time Management & Online Learning	Description During this session, we will look at practical strategies for managing your time in a balanced way while learning online.	RSD Competencies Organization
Topic: What Can I Do With My Degree?	Description Thinking about where your degree might take you doesn't need to be frightening! Join us as we chat about the benefits of your degree, how to make the most out of your university career, and the world of opportunities ahead of you. This workshop will be facilitated virtually.	RSD Competencies Critical Thinking