When you first come into the Student Support Services Program you will be working with Edna Gross especially during your first two semesters.   She will be your Counselor.   You will meet with her THREE TIMES your first semester and TWO TIMES during your second semester.   In these meetings you will be given similar Assessments to the ones you took during your Intake Session when you entered the Program.   These Assessments will assist you in developing your skills for college level work.   After your first two semesters you will see Edna just ONCE, provided all is well.

Each student will receive a battery of different Assessments in conjunction with their LASSI (Learning and Study Skills Assessment).   The LASSI was the first Assessment you took at your orientation meeting.   Edna will discuss the results of these Assessments with you and together you and she will search out ways to improve your particular skills.

The taking of Assessments is a proven method of assisting you in your staying in college.   It is a quick, non-threatening, and efficient way of uncovering the various skills needed for your retention in college.   Unfortunately, the drop out rate for college is very high.   Your Retention Coordinator is trained in spotting elements in your cognitive and non-cognitive skills that can cause you difficulty in the future.   An ounce of prevention is worth a ton toward success.   The information you gain in these assessments will empower you to higher achievements.   Our goal is your graduation from college.