3 semester hours Designed primarily for first-year students, this variable credit course is designed to help students make the successful transition to college-level academics. Its content includes both cognitive and affective aspects of learning. Students will learn appropriate college-level time management and study techniques as well as critical survival skills concerned with self-discovery, motivation, and self-management.

Utilizes a hands-on approach to solving specific problems encountered during the adjustment to college. Focuses on the development and implementation of academic success strategies to create a toolkit of resources and skills based on literature best practices. Applies learned practices to other course concepts to demonstrate mastery of skills.