Choosing the college you are going to attend is a big deal! Even before
that decision is ready to be made, though, there are several key questions
for prospective college students and their families to consider...How
are colleges different, and which is best for you? What will college
life be like? What are the specific skills that will help you succeed
in college? And the big question - how is it going to be paid for?
This year Idaho PTV will offer a number of programs to help with these
questions. Based on the response from viewers last year, these programs
started some lively discussions, provided useful information, and stimulated
introspection.
- Start
Right Episodes 1-5 airs Monday, December
3, 2001; Episodes
6-7 air Monday, December 10, 2001
during the instructional blockfeed 1:00 a.m./midnight - 3:00/2:00
a.m. MT/PT
From the very start, new college students face complex adjustment
issues. Start Right presents fast-paced clips of real students talking
about their experiences and tips for success in making the adjustment
to college life.
- Widen
Your Choices airs December 17, 2001
during the instructional blockfeed 1:00 a.m./midnight - 3:00/2:00
a.m. MT/PT Designed to encourage and motivate middle school students
to start thinking about and planning for college, especially those
students who may never have considered the possibility.
- YOUR
COLLEGE EXPERIENCE: KEYS TO SUCCESS airs December
17, 2001 during the instructional blockfeed 1:00 a.m./midnight
- 3:00/2:00 a.m. MT/PT This series features a collection of short
pieces that each address a different issue related to planning for,
and succeeding in college, including time management, selecting a
major, and test-taking skills!
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FUNDING YOUR FUTURE
Airs December 9 at 5:00/4:00 p.m. MT/PT
This is a cooperative project between the Idaho Association of Student
Financial Aid Administrators and IdahoPTV. Financial aid and admission
officers from local universities will discuss sources of financial
aid for college, how to line up these resources, and will answer viewer
questions regarding financial aid and admissions. Call in your questions
LIVE: 1-800-973-9800 A great resource
for figuring out the financial aid maze!
If you miss these programs or you'd like to order
videotapes, click here.
YOUR
COLLEGE EXPERIENCE: Keys to Success
This series has been designed for use with students
in both colleges and secondary schools to teach, inform, motivate and
stimulate lively group discussion. Based on the nationally-acclaimed
University 101 freshman seminar course at the University of South Carolina
directed by John N. Gardner, this series is highly adaptable to other
educational settings and can be used with a variety of freshman seminar
texts.
PROGRAM TITLES & BRIEF DESCRIPTIONS
#101 Keys to Success
The factors that contribute to student success. Decision-making and
goal-setting to achieve success in college.
#102 Time Management
The foundation of academic success-balancing freedom and responsibility.
#103 Learning Styles
Knowing and appreciating personal learning styles and different styles
of teaching. Learning the importance of study groups.
#104 Listening and Learning in the Classroom
Learning to practice active listening skills. Developing an efficient
and effective note-taking system.
#105 A Sound Approach to Textbooks
Learning how to read difficult text material. Developing better reading
comprehension.
#106 Making the Grade
Developing test-taking strategies. Dealing with test anxiety.
#107 Teacher and Student-Partners in Learning
Learning about and feeling comfortable with professors. Understanding
how college professors have different expectations and behaviors than
high school teachers.
#108 An Information Age Introduction to
the Library
Understanding the importance of information and how it can be retrieved,
processed and used. Introducing college library services.
#109 Finding Answers-Your College Catalog
& Academic Advisor or Counselor
Introducing students to the key components of the college catalog.
Defining the role of the academic advisor. Developing a good relationship
with an academic advisor.
#110 Major, Career, Transfer Planning
Introducing a process for career planning and major selection. Identifying
personal interests and skills.
#111 Yourself and Others
Developing effective styles of interpersonal communication. Balancing
respect and assertiveness. Learning about the benefits of involvement.
#112 Healthy Decisions-Sexuality, Drugs
and Stress
Making responsible decisions about sexual behavior, drugs and alcohol,
and stress. Understanding sexual harassment.
FUNDING YOUR FUTURE
Commonly Asked Questions
Q - How do I find out about scholarships?
A - Sources include high school counselors, the college
or university itself, civic groups (Elks, Rotary, etc.), parents or
your employer, and religious organizations. You may also do a scholarship
search by using the Internet. Several scholarship searches exist
on the Web; to link to many of them, go to the Idaho Association of
Student Financial Aid Administrator's web site
It is recommended that you not pay an outside agency
to help you do a scholarship search; you have access to the same information
by going to the Web. Also be on the lookout for scholarship scams (check
out the Web site from the Federal Trade Commission listed here.)
Q - Should I fill out the FAFSA
(the Free Application for Federal Student Aid)?
A - Yes. Until you complete the FAFSA, you will not
know what types of aid, if any, for which you will qualify. It takes
about an hour to complete and there is no cost other than the postage
stamp if you choose to mail in the paper copy. (You may also apply
using the internet at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/) The FAFSA is available
at all high schools, colleges and universities. Order our program
to learn tips on filling out the FAFSA.
Q - What happens if my financial
circumstances change and I need more financial aid?
A - Visit with the financial aid officer at your
college/university to see if there are other options. There may be
a way to obtain additional assistance if you have an extreme change
in your financial situation or have unusual financial circumstances.
Helpful Links to help with
the Financial Aid process...
Free Application
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Idaho
Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
National Association
of Student Financial Aid Administrators
The
Coalition of America's Colleges and Universities
Project EASI
"The Financial
Aid Information Page"
"Financial Aid
Search Through the Web"
Federal
Trade Commission's $cholarship $cam Campaign
Funding
Your Future
Schools and educational facilities can order at a discount from:
Boise State University
Barb Alm
208-426-4409
Individuals can order this video-tape from Idaho
Public Television at 1-877-224-7200 . The price is $19.95 with the usual
$4.00 shipping and handling and tax, for a total of $24.95.
Or you may email Myra_Warner@idptv.pbs.org
Your College Experience (Twelve
10-minute programs)
If an educational institution wishes to use this
series for educational purposes, that institution must pay the $250
licensing. Please direct inquiries to 1-800-257-2578, PBS Adult Learning
Services or E-mail Adult Learning Services at PBS
This series has been designed for use with students
in both colleges and secondary schools to teach, inform, motivate and
stimulate lively group discussion. Based on the nationally-acclaimed
University 101 freshman seminar course at the University of South Carolina
directed by John N. Gardner, this series is highly adaptable to other
educational settings and can be used with a variety of freshman seminar
texts.
