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AFFIRM Student Orientation

Tuesday, September 13, 2011, 1:45-3:10PM, P107B
Attend the Student Orientation to learn about Affirm Scholarships and how to apply, how to follow through on your transfer plans, the importance of program planning (Ed plans), the Affirm Mentorship Program, program requirements, workshops, schedule of activities and most of all to meet the staff.  Refreshments will be available and prizes will be given at the orientation. 

Study Skills and Test Taking Strategies

Thursday, September 22, 2011, 1:45-3:10PM, P107B
Come learn the most effective tips for studying and strategies for passing tests. AFFIRM Counselor Caritha Anderson will provide you with new studying skills that will make a difference in your grades.

Major Exploration Series (Administration of Justice)

Tuesday, September 27, 2011, 1:45-3:10PM, P107B
Are you aware of the different types of career opportunities available to you as an Administration of Justice Major?  Drug Enforcement Agent, Medical Examiner Investigator, FBI Agent, Corrections Facilities Manger, Police Officer/Detective and that’s just to mention a few of them.  Attend this workshop to meet with professionals in the field and explore the options. Additionally, learn about the requirements for a degree in Criminal Justice and many more career pursuits within the field of Administration of Justice.

Career Discovery: Resumes and Cover Letters

Thursday, September 29, 2011, 1:45-3:10PM, P107B
Attend to learn how to create an effective resume and cover letter. AFFIRM Coordinator Flora Payne will provide you with helpful tips and useful examples to get you started on crafting your own resume and cover letter. 

Essay Writing for College Admission and Scholarships

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011, 1:45-3:10PM, P107B
Your personal statement can sometimes determine whether or not you gain admission to a college/university or receive “that” scholarship.  You won’t want to miss this workshop as an Affirm English Instructor provides you with all the information you’ll need to know in order to create a “winning” personal statement.

Major Exploration Series (General Studies with an emphasis in Health Science)

Tuesday, October 11th, 2011, 1:45-3:10PM, P107B
Are you aware of the different types of career opportunities that this major will fill the prerequisites for? How about Nursing, Radiation Technology, Dental Hygiene, and that’s just to name a few. Attend to learn what career opportunities you can pursue with an AA degree in General Studies with an emphasis in Health Science.

Financial Literacy Workshop: Hands-on Banking

Fridays, October 14, 2011 and October 21, 2011, 10:00AM-1:00PM, S150
Hands-on Banking® is a free, fun, financial educational program that presents the basics of smart money management in an easy to understand format.  Topics include the Basics of Banking Services, Money Management Tools & Tips, Protecting Yourself Financially, Using Credit to Your Advantage and more…

**For further information about all AFFIRM workshops, please contact the AFFIRM office at (408)247-7900 x6853