TRiO Spring 2015 Workshop Series
Cultivating a Growth Mindset: Part 1 of 3
WHEN: February 27, 2015
Friday, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
WHERE: MSA-010
WHAT: The Growth Mindset workshop series is based on the belief that there are two types of mindset: fixed and growth. The workshops will demonstrate to students how the mindsets will affect the way they face challenges and their learning opportunities. Through the materials and activities in the workshops, students will be able to explore how incorporating mindset strategies can help them respond to educational challenges.
WHO: Facilitator Vicky Nesia
You’re Already Successful…STAY THE COURSE
WHEN: March 11, 2015
Wednesday, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
WHERE: MSA-011
WHAT: In this workshop, students will explore the habits, attitudes, and creative strategies utilized by highly successful students and professionals. Students will discuss strategies for studying, conducting research, preparing for tests, time management, professional development, life skills, and overcoming setbacks.
WHO: Facilitator Dr. Arnita Porter
Cultivating a Growth Mindset: Part 2 of 3
WHEN: March 13, 2015
Friday, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
WHERE: MSA-010
WHAT: The Growth Mindset workshop series is based on the belief that there are two types of mindset: fixed and growth. The workshops will demonstrate to students how the mindsets will affect the way they face challenges and their learning opportunities. Through the materials and activities in the workshops, students will be able to explore how incorporating mindset strategies can help them respond to educational challenges.
WHO: Facilitator Vicky Nesia
TRiO Lunch & Learn with Pepperdine University: Bachelor of Science Management
WHEN: March 17, 2015
Tuesday, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
WHERE: MSA-010
WHAT: Students can join the Pepperdine University Regional Director of Recruitment and Corporate Relations for a lunch and learn. Students will learn how they can transfer into Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and Management to complete their Bachelor of Science in Management and earn their MBA in as little as one additional year.
WHO: Facilitator Silje Deuerlein
Cultivating a Growth Mindset: Part 3 of 3
WHEN: March 27, 2015
Friday, 10:00 pm – 11:00 pm
WHERE: MSA-010
WHAT: The Growth Mindset workshop series is based on the belief that there are two types of mindset: fixed and growth. The workshops will demonstrate to students how the mindsets will affect the way they face challenges and their learning opportunities. Through the materials and activities in the workshops, students will be able to explore how incorporating mindset strategies can help them respond to educational challenges.
WHO: Facilitator Vicky Nesia
Financial Literacy: Why Credit is Important
WHEN: May 6, 2015
Friday, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
WHERE: TBA
WHAT: In this workshop, you will unlock the mystery that is credit, learn common pitfalls, and get tips on how to rebuild your damaged credit. Come learn from the Director of HAVEN Neighborhood Services- a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing FREE one-on-one financial counseling on bankruptcy, credit, saving, budgeting, first time home buying, foreclosure advocacy and prevention, loan modification, and mortgages.
WHO: Facilitator Erika Toriz