GPS LifePlan Where are you going: Make a GPS LifePlan

Welcome! Introductions Question Activity Overview of GPS LifePlan Online Tools Putting your GPS LifePlan into motion

Why Create a GPS LifePlan? GOALS + PLANS SUCCESS where you are now plan where you want to go navigate a route to get there

LearningPlan Assess what kind of student you are Discover your learning style Connect to the various academic support services on campus Improve your study skills Understand how high school is different than college Enhance your computer literacy

EducationPlan Select the appropriate courses Choose your appropriate credit load Track your academic progress towards program completion Develop a transfer plan or other educational goals

PersonalPlan Learn about relationship building and communication styles Consider your ‘family life’ goals Set a plan for your health and fitness Create a plan for managing stress Deepen your awareness of your personal values and identity

LeadershipPlan Develop leadership skills Participate in campus and community activities and organizations Make social connections Build experiences for your resume Explore career possibilities

FinancePlan Cover all of your various college expenses Develop a personal budget Set lifelong financial goals Consider future lifestyle goals as part of your career decision making process

WorkPlan Make a successful transition from Century College Build effective resumes and cover letters Improve your interviewing skills Gain job seeking skills Develop an on-line portfolio Consider options for part-time employment, internships and service learning

CareerPlan Think about who you are and what you want to become Make a decision about your program or major Bring a focus to your EducationPlan Learn goal-setting and decision-making Take action CareerPlan Steps: Step One: Assess Yourself Step Two: Explore Careers Step Three: Explore Educational and Training Options Step Four: Make Decisions and Set Goals

Workshops Brochure 57 offered this semester Less then an hour long FREE! East and West Campuses Meet other students on campus Unlimited resources!

Free Food at all Workshops! Incentives   Free Food at all Workshops! Weekly Quiz Drawings 1 Workshop: Completion Certificate Invitation to GPS LifePlan Reception 3 Workshops: GPS LifePlan Padfolio 7 Workshops: GPS LifePlan Completion Plaque Enter Drawing for Tuition Credits

Online Resources Counselor info Pages with links How to use online resources

Goals Middle circle: Main Goal Outside circles: Sub goals to achieve main goal Objectives: HOW YOU ARE GOING MEET THE GOALS YOU HAVE SET? S - Specific M - Measurable A - Attainable R - Realistic T – Tangible

Creating YOUR GPS LifePlan