College JumpStart Day

The Classic Upward Bound, Educational Talent Search and Upward Bound Math/Science Programs at UMBC are hosting a day of workshops to help prepare you for success in college.  Please join us.  Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.

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Friday, June 14, 2019
Sondheim Hall Rm 101
8 am

Topics Include

“Getting Started”                                                                             
The importance of attending  Orientation, when to attend and the importance of participating in Summer Bridge

“Jumping Right In”  
Sample Lecture from UMBC Faculty Member

“What do Faculty expect of me?”   
It is important to understand the differences between high school and college classes and what is expected.

“What Can I Expect”
1st Year Panel – hear from Upward Bound and Talent Search Alumni who have just completed their first year of college.

“Beginning with the End in Mind”                                              
How do you make the most of your academic experience, whether you start at a 2-year or 4-year college?

“All Things Money”.                                                                        
How do you continue to pay for college after your first year?

“Getting Involved”                                                                                
College is full of activities outside of class.  How do you get involved?