Los Angeles Harbor College Part of the Student Equity Plan, Dean: Dr. Villalobos

CHAMPS  Challenging  Athletes  Minds for  Personal  Success   z1o68o4 z1o68o4

Contacts  Program Contacts: Director: Leslie Trujillo, Kinesiology Assistant Director: Norkor Omaboe, Kinesiology Dean: Dr. Bobbi Villalobos  Academic Counseling: Andres Gonzalez, Counselor Joy Fisher, Counselor  Sports and Life Counseling: Pam Anderson, Lifes Skills, MFT Intern  Service Learning: Lori Minor, Academic Affairs  Athletic Contacts: Nabeel Barakat, Athletic Director Maria Navarro, Facilities Georgia Mcguire, Athletic Secretary Patrick McNeal, Equipment Manager Christol McDonald, Athletic Trainer Billy Velasco, Ass. Athletic Trainerr  Coaches Contacts: Bill Barlow, Men’s Soccer Antonio Carter-Loza, Men’s Basketball Ashley Clark, Women’s Volleyball Dean Dowty, Football Arthur Lopez, Men’s Baseball Diego Souza, Women’s Soccer Stephanie Spychaj, Women’s Softball Albert Turner, Women’s Basketball

Purpose of CHAMPS  Purpose: Address mindset, behaviors, persistence, and success Enhance Student-athlete engagement Support interaction between athletes, coaches, faculty, staff, and support programs Give student-athletes a platform to find their passion and purpose and then to take action Give student-athletes the tools and support needed to successfully advance in their education and sport Create a higher level of success and camaraderie among the student-athletes, coaches, faculty, and staff of the college

Mission of CHAMPS  Mission: To enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience within the context of higher education. The program supports student- athlete development and excellence in five areas: Academics Athletics Personal Development Career Development Community Service

PROGRAMS  Academic Counselor  Sports and Life Counseling Program  REPS Study Hall  CHAMPS Workshops  CHAMPS Mentor Program  Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)

Academic Counselor  By appointment : 8am-12noon Wed & Thurs & 8-11 on Friday  Walk-ins: 1-3 on Wednesdays & Thursdays  Counseling Appointments Designated Weeks: Baseball and Softball: February 2-12 M & W Basketball: February M & W Soccer: March 2-30 Football: March 30-April 24 W Volleyball: April 27-May 1  CONTACT: Andres Gonzalez,  LOCATION: PE 148 or Counseling Offices

Sports and Life Counseling Program  By appointment (possible walk-in):10-12 on Mondays And 3:30 to 5:30 on Thursdays  Topics covered and specializing in: Individual counseling (Including crisis) Relationship counseling (couples, family, etc.) Emergency and crisis counseling Coach/player, or teammate conflict resolution Sports performance planning for current or upcoming seasons Individualized academic support / coursework management strategies Strategies for effective balancing of academic and athletic responsibilities  CONTACT: Pam Anderson, Google voice number for appointments: LOCATION: PE 148 or Life Skills Center

5 Myths of Mental Health  Myth #1 -- The Idea of Building Mental Strength Is a Trend  Myth #2 -- People Are Either Mentally Strong or Mentally Weak  Myth #3 -- The Concept of Mental Strength Stigmatizes Mental Illness  Myth #4 -- Mental Strength Means Always Thinking Positively  Myth #5 -- Mentally-Strong People Behave Like Robots What you are thinking, what shape your mind is in, is what makes the biggest difference of all. ~ Willie Mays

REPS Study Hall (Reaching-Engaging-Performing-Succeeding)  Monday &Wednesday 12:30-2:30  Tuesday & Thursday 12:30-2  Friday 9-11  Tutors and Study Guidance  START DATE: Monday, February 23  LOCATION: PE 143 or Portable Room  CONTACT: Leslie Trujillo Norkor Omaboe,

Learning Resource Center Labs  Need to sign up for 8950 Class, 0 units, No charge, not on transcript  Math Lab: 9-8 Monday-Thursday, 9-2 Fri, 9-1 Sat  Writing Center: 9-6 Monday-Thursday  LOCATION: Learning Resource Center, First Floor  CONTACT: Megan Lange, Nadine Muro,

BASIC SKILLS IN :  How to Read a Textbook  Building Topic Sentences  Creating a Thesis Statement  How to Create an Outline  Writing Introduction and Conclusion Paragraphs  Conducting Research  Writing Compound and Complex Sentences  Correcting Run-Ons and Comma Splices  Correcting Fragments  Understanding the English 28 Exit Exam  ROOM: NEA 218 CONTACT: Stephanie Brown,

CHAMPS Workshops (Feb27 –March27) Fridays from 11-12:30; Room PE 142 or Gym  Goal Setting & Time Management Shazia Khan, Communications  Etiquette & Communication Katherine Campbell, Communications  Stress Management & Competitive Anxiety Norkor Omaboe, Kinesiology  Athletic Performance, Injury Prevention & Sports Nutrition Leslie Trujillo, Kinesiology  Money Management & Financial Aid Armando Villalpondo & Peggy Loewy Wellisch, Financial Aid

CHAMPS Workshops (April 3-April24)  Drugs & Alcohol Awareness Pam Anderson, Life Skills  The Go-Giver (Community Service) Lori Minor, Academic Affairs  Building a Championship Team Thomas Williams, Speaker & Author

CHAMPS Workshops (May 1-May 22)  Diversity Culturally Responsive Training Team  Confidence & Mental Toughness Leslie Trujillo, Kinesiology  Teamwork & Conflict Management Jassiel Dominguez & Andres Gonzalez, Counseling  Success Various

CHAMPS Mentor Program  Mentors will be available to guide and work with the student-athletes on the various areas of successfully navigating through their athletic and academic journey.  If Interested in being a MENTEE- CONTACT: Leslie Trujillo,

Benefits of being a Mentee  Receive wisdom and advice, but have the freedom to make own decisions  Have an objective person to discuss concerns  Receive support and encouragement  Receive help with goals and course of action  Increased confidence and healthier self-esteem  Better lifestyle choices  Intellectual stimulation  Have a role model  Friendship

Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)  Promote communication between athletics administration and student-athletes.  Disseminate information.  Provide feedback and insight into athletics department issues.  Generate a student-athlete voice within the campus athletics department formulation of policies.  Build a sense of community within the athletics program involving all athletics teams.  Organize community service efforts.  Create a vehicle for student-athlete representation on campus-wide committees (e.g., student government).  Promote a positive student-athlete image on campus

COMPETE TO WIN!  Points will be given for: Study Hall Workshops Meetings with Counselors Meeting with Mentors SAAC Meetings  Team Celebration Prizes Bragging Rights Pride Success