The Ucan Program

Students adapt to college classes, making their transition from high school to college much easier. Another great thing about the program is that it gets students familiar with scheduling all their classes. Each student is also assigned an advisor to make sure his or her grades are on track.

Benefits of attending a community college as opposed to a traditional university tend to be overlooked by potential students. They are either unaware of its advantages or do not fully understand how this type of education can benefit their cause. Year after year large amounts of students choose to go straight from high school and in to four-year universities. The problem with this particular situations is that universities in general tend to have 50-400 students in one

One educational opportunity that I never would have thought would even have been an opportunity was my decision to go to community college. While I used to feel as though I had to prove myself by going to a 4-year university right away, at College of the Canyons, I have actually learned more about myself and my academic ethics. I used to feel that community college was a barrier, separating me from my university dreams. However, without my community college journey, my academic passions and endeavors might not have been the same. I have used this time to learn how to be more assertive as well as more willing to problem solve and think out of the box. Since my goals were not handed to me on a silver platter, the community college process has

Community college is a great institution for students to start their educational journey. Especially when they do not have the funds or lack some of the prerequisite that a university would require. Community college was created to serve the community, traditional and non-traditional students with the best higher education and lifetime learning opportunities. The faculty and staff members at a community college is there to provide leadership in education while going above and beyond to recognize the needs of the students and the community by providing excellent educational programs and support services that are available to all who have the opportunity to take advantage of them. “Student services now include recruitment and retention, counseling, student activities, student health, financial aid, academic support, career centers, transfer centers, and supplemental services such as transportation, child care, and services tailored for specific populations of students” (Cohen, Brawer, & Krisker, 2014, pg. 209). My philosophy in fulfilling the role and mission of the community college, is to establish the mission, vision, goals and values to guide all students on their journey to strive to become successful both in school and in today’s economy.

Last year, at Kingsland High School’s Graduation Ceremony, Josie Hinze not only receiveed her High School Diploma, but also her Associates of Arts Degree before even attending any college or university. Fast-forward to one year later, and seven Kingsland students will be graduating high school with both their High School Diploma and AA Degree thanks to the collaboration of Riverland Community College and Kingsland High School for allowing high school students to take college-level courses in high school and receive college credit for them. Not only that, but there are several others who will be graduating Kingsland High School with transferrable college credit so their first few semesters might

I’ve never had the opportunity to experience university life after high school as a result of financial responsibilities to my family. Community college was my best hope at beginning my journey to a fulfilling career in the medical field, but it wasn’t enough to fulfill my goals. What I want, or what I need, is a University that will give me the tools and opportunity to move forward even further with my ambitions in life as a contributing member of society. As my friend and I visited different universities, California Baptist University (CBU) gave us a sense of hope and importance we got from no other. I believe by attending California Baptist University I can better myself and that this private university will give me the attention and care I need.

In the Reclaiming the American Dream report (AACC, 2012), seven recommendations were suggested to meet the needs of the students, as well as having a strong community college system. Hence, these recommendation address redesigning students’ educational experiences, reinventing institutional roles, and resetting the system to create incentives for students and institutional triumphs.

Growing up, parents are your biggest fans and worst critics. My parents have loved me unconditionally and have tried to give me the world. As their child I tried to give them what they wanted in return. I keep my good grades and excel in athletics. I’ll also be the first person in my family to go to college.There’s a point in your life when you realize that you can’t give them the perfect child. Yes I’ve made mistakes and done things that I shouldn't have. I understand the anger, the hurt, and the disappointment that I’ve caused throughout my upbringing. In the end, some parents are more critical than others, and I got the short straw. Making your kid feel like they’re the reason you’ll leave one day kills. This most recent disappointment might be

In order to prepare the University of Central Arkansas students, the university requires that each student take a UCA Core class. As a result, students learn about Diversity, Communication, Critical Inquiry, and Responsible living. Although these skills are learned inside the classroom, students are able to apply these skills into the world while attaining a job in a particular field, such as, Occupational Therapy.

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College Credit Plus would afford me an opportunity that is almost inconceivable. Being allowed to work towards your goals and future at this juncture will be instrumental in my future success. After learning about this program, I reconsidered my future plans and realized that not pursuing higher education would be choosing to ignore my potential. Transitioning from high school to college is a challenge for most students, however with this program, The Academy will introduce me to the college life in a manner where I won’t get distracted during my Freshman year of college and put my education in jeopardy. Although this program will require change and effort in order to get the most out of my experience with College Credit Plus and to become an asset to The Ohio State University, it will be well worth it to reach greatness.

I am writing you in hope of being reinstated for Spring semester of 2018. I failed to achieve unsatisfactorily. I didn’t represent myself, my family, and most of all Georgia State University the way I know I could have. I’ve spent only thirty minutes to an hour on school work because of the tragic events in my life. I’ve realized that thirty minutes a day wasn’t enough time. I was putting more time into work, trying to stay busy, when school should be my number one job, where I am guaranteed a degree to fulfill an actual career. From an eviction, to living in a hotel, the passing of 6 family members including my grandfather, being diagnosed with anxiety attacks, trying to be the strongest in every situation for myself and family, I take

What is graduation? Some people would say that it's proof of the freedom we will soon experience. Some say that it's the end of the best years of our lives. Some would say that it's when we're forced to grow up and become adults. Some would say that it's just another day, no different than any other day, other than the scrolls, the funny outfits and the clapping. Some go into it silent, awaiting their chance to be recognized for their victory dance. Some use stupid comparisons to describe it by saying that it's like the opening of a new door or that it's like taking another step on the never-ending ladder of life. Some praise it, some dread it. Everyone has a different opinion, but there's one thing that we all agree on. There's one

It is the start of the students’ senior year in high school, where things are known to get real. That is the time where they prepare to graduate as well as get ready for college. Filling out a college application and writing an essay is the easy part, but deciding on whether to attend an HBCU or PWI is where things get difficult. Many students in the generation of the 21st century know nothing about the birth of an HBCU or PWI. Children now are making decisions based off of who is attending where, and how well or bad the parties are. Not only does knowing the environment of the college or University one chooses to attend important, but grasping a better understanding of the emergence of the two should also be included.

Many times, this is a process that starts even before graduation day. In the beginning, it may seem to be a request for a “Senior Gift,” or a gathering to inform each senior about the importance of alumni giving to the school. Anyway that it is introduced, the immediate objective is to quickly get college graduates into the habit of giving back to the school. The ultimate goal of alumni giving is to ratify that generosity for eternity. Alumni donations are an important source of revenue and a very good measurement of how alumni view their colleges.