*More times available! As college students sometimes have little control over their schedule, please message me your availability when you know it and I'm happy to see what we can work out! Remember, per Outschool policy, students must be 18 years old or younger to enroll.

This class is about helping you succeed, with the understanding that every college student is unique, coming from different backgrounds, experiences, and high schools. Both American and international students studying in the USA are welcome!

Your first semester in college is your most important semester; you are creating a solid foundation for continued success:
- You are adjusting to a new educational  system with stricter expectations. 
- You are independently responsible for your learning.
- You are trying out your adulting skills, such as managing your time and doing laundry.
- You may find you're not prepared with the necessary study skills, writing skills, and/or research skills.
- You are navigating new friendships and starting to build professional relationships with your professors.
- You are making the biggest financial investment of your life while immersed in a completely new environment. 
- And most importantly, you are establishing that all important first semester/year GPA, which sets the stage for the rest of your college career. 

I work one-on-one with college freshmen during their first semester of college, meeting either once each week or once every other week, depending on your needs, as a mentor and accountability partner. Our discussions are led by you. Some things we may talk about:
- Your homework assignments
- Your schedule
- Your study methods
- Your motivation
- Your adjustment to college-style teaching/lectures
- Your organization
- Your goals during college
- Your strategy to graduate

Each time we meet will look different, but what would a typical "class" look like? For example, during one meeting, we might: discuss your assignments for the week, including any of concern, make a study plan for an upcoming exam, and go over what you need to bring up with your academic advisor when you meet with her in a few days for your registration for classes next semester. Every session will be individualized depending on your current needs.  (Not sure if you're the 'type of student' who would benefit from a transition mentor? Send me a message and let me know your concerns heading into college. You can also check out my "Teacher Expertise" section for more info!)

Throughout your first semester, my role is to be your college success mentor and accountability partner, provide guidance within the college experience, and direct you to outside supports that may help you, such as academic tutoring or career centers, when needed. In addition, I am qualified to offer you feedback on written assignments per my M.A. and university-level English course teaching experience. Our goal is for you to successfully adapt to the college academic environment so you can take full advantage of all the opportunities college will bring you. 

Remember, success looks different for everyone. There is no 'right' or 'wrong' way to do college. You need to do college in a way that works best for you!