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BUILDING SKILLS FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS

5/16/2017

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A recent article from a Stanford Dean regarding skills that an 18-year-old should have is a great resource for students and parents.  The article did a nice job of articulating what college students are expected to be able to do as they set off on their own for the first time.  The month of May seems the perfect time to highlight these skills, as graduating seniors are entering their last summer at home before college.  Also, rising juniors are gearing up their college lists and thinking about where they see themselves after their high school graduation. They too should be reviewing these skills to avoid focusing exclusively on academics and applications.  Life skills are key to success, no matter what college you attend.

The article raises points that might seem obvious at first, but then we realize that students may not have an opportunity to practice these skills in their day to day lives.  For example, “An 18 year old must be able to find his or her way around”, as well as “An 18 year old must be able to talk to strangers”.  How many opportunities are students exposed to in order to practice these skills?  It is something to consider for your particular situation. Read through the list and see if you want to make some changes this summer to help you be the most prepared for your college experience.
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Asian Girl Colorado link
12/27/2022 02:23:58 pm

Thaank you for sharing this

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