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College Success Workshops

SPRING 2020

Check out the workshops that begin in February and go through May! Detailed information can be found using the following link:

www.shastacollege.edu/WORKSHOPS

Ask an instructor about receiving extra credit for attending a workshop. Students will receive ONE green “Verification of Attendance” form at the end of each workshop to take to their instructor if extra credit is being offered.

Please arrive on time to your workshop. No late admittance. Only students who attend the full workshop will qualify for extra credit.All workshops are free. Pre-registration is not necessary.

For questions, contact Pathways and Learning Support at (530) 242-7763 or email [email protected]

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Pathways and Learning Support

Conquering Math Anxiety Jim Bigelow and Jennifer HealeyW 2/5 2:00-2:50 PM Rm. 785Does taking a math class give you anxiety? What, exactly, is math anxiety? In this workshop, we will explore what math anxiety is and where it comes from. In doing so, you will have a better chance of addressing it in a positive manner.

Overcoming Test AnxietyDiana HamarTH 2/6 11:00-11:50 AM Rm. 2202BLearn useful tools in managing test anxiety in any subject, special focus on math.

Canvas SimplifiedLibrary StaffTH 2/6 2:00-2:50 PM Online via Zoom*

https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/334674024In this web-based workshop, learn how to successfully navigate Shasta College’s online platform.

The Importance of GratitudeMelanee GrondahlTH 2/6 3:00-3:50 PM Rm. 246, LibraryEven in the toughest times practicing gratefulness can create a space of positivity. Learn gratitude skills you can use daily that will bring more joy into your life.

Studying in the SciencesJessica ColwellM 2/10 9:30-10:20 AM Rm. 1609Identify good and bad study habits. The focus will be on navigating information seen in courses like Human Physiology, Anatomy, Chemistry, and Microbiology.

Succeeding in Online ClassesBuffy TannerT 2/11 5:30-6:30 PM Online via Zoom*

https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/824708311Are you taking online classes or thinking about completing your Bachelor’s degree online, but are nervous about this format? Take this opportunity to ask questions and learn strategies in order to thrive in online classes.

How to Conduct ResearchLibraryW 2/12 10:00-10:50 AM Online via Zoom*

https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/182047441In this web-based workshop, library staff will demonstrate how to conduct research using library resources.

EDGE: Student Athlete Success WorkshopMelanee GrondahlTH 2/13 2:30-3:20 PM Rm. 804This workshop is designed specifically for student athletes; however, anyone can attend. Learn skills that will boost your academic performance and support your athletic success. Go Knights!

Writing Prompt SuccessKylee Duran-CoxW 2/19 2:00-2:50 PM Rm. 781This workshop will share how to read and interpret a writing prompt so your essay meets all the assignment requirements.

Let’s Talk About Sex and Healthy RelationshipsShastaCARES W 2/19 3:30-5:00 PM Rm. 822Join Shasta CARES in a discussion around healthy relation-ships, boundaries, and communication.

Time ManagementJames CrockettTH 2/20 3:30-4:20 PM Rm. 246, LibraryLearn effective time-management skills to manage time more efficiently, including how to plan activities and get tasks done in a smarter manner, both at work and at home.

Let’s Taco ‘Bout Healthy RelationshipsShastaCARESM 2/24 11:30-1:00 PM Student StageJoin Shasta CARES in creating and eating tacos together and engaging in conversations around healthy relationships, boundaries, and communication.

MLA FormatWriting Center T 2/25 1:00-1:30 PM Rm. 738Learn the do’s and don’ts of MLA style. Discover new tools to help you with the basics.

Unconscious BiasHeather WylieW 2/26 2:00-2:50 PM Rm. 822Unconscious bias – everyone has it. But that doesn’t make us bad; it makes us human. While we cannot completely rid ourselves of it, we can learn how to identify and challenge our stereotypes about others to ensure respect, inclusivity, and success in today’s diverse workforce.

Comma UsageWriting CenterW 2/26 2:00-2:30 PM Rm. 738Learn the correct use of commas and how they can enhance your writing. Something as little as a comma can make you a better writer.

Finding HappinessMelanee GrondahlTH 2/27 2:30-3:20 PM Rm. 246, LibraryTrue, long-lasting happiness can’t be found by having more money, power, or possessions. Come learn what research reveals is the key to happiness.

Thesis StatementWriting CenterTH 2/27 11:00-11:30 AM Rm. 738Find out what makes a thesis statement strong and how to choose the right words to support your point.

Studying in the SciencesJessica ColwellF 2/28 10:00-10:50 AM Online via Zoom*

Please check website for link to the workshop.In this web-based workshop, identify good and bad study habits. The focus will be on navigating information seen in courses like Human Physiology, Anatomy, Chemistry, and Microbiology.

FEBRUARY WORKSHOPS

*Zoom Online Workshops: To participate in this Zoom supported workshop, please go to our website for instructions and a clickable link at: shastacollege.edu/workshops.ITV Rooms: Tehama: 7201, 7205; Trinity: 1515, 1521; Intermountain: 1712; Main: 2113, 2150

MARCH WORKSHOPSConquering Math AnxietyJim Bigelow and Jennifer HealeyM 3/2 1:00-1:50 PM Rm. 781Does taking a math class give you anxiety? You are not alone. What, exactly, is math anxiety? In this workshop, we will explore what math anxiety is and where it comes from. In doing so, you will have a better chance of addressing it in a positive manner.

Public Speaking 101Jacquelyn HortonT 3/3 11:00-11:50 AM Rm. 822An interactive workshop that reviews public speaking strategies such as content, arrangement, delivery, staying on message, minimizing anxiety, visual aids, and group presentation best practices.

Using BRAIN to Critically Evaluate SourcesLibraryM 3/9 2:00-2:50 PM ITV Rooms:Main: 2113; Intermountain: 1712; Tehama: 7205; Trinity:1521Students can join in this ITV workshop about critical thinking and distinguishing between fact and fiction.

How to Succeed in Accelerated/Compressed ClassesBuffy TannerT 3/10 5:30-6:30 PM Online via Zoom*

https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/728174394In this web-based workshop, learn about the positive aspects and challenges of taking compressed classes and how you can utilize these classes to maximize your college schedule. Strategies for success from successful ACE students will be shared and discussed.

Time ManagementJames CrockettW 3/11 4:00-4:50 PM Rm. 246, LibraryLearn effective time-management skills to manage time more efficiently, including how to plan activities and get tasks done in a smarter manner, both at work and at home.

EDGE: Student Athlete Success WorkshopMelanee GrondahlTH 3/12 2:30-3:20 PM Rm. 804This workshop is designed specifically for student athletes; however, anyone can attend. Learn skills that will boost your academic performance and support your athletic success. Go Knights!

Be an Active Agent of Change: Building Emotional ResiliencyShastaCARESTH 3/12 3:30-5:00 PM Rm. 822Identify how we can unlearn violent and harmful behaviors with ourselves, transform trauma, and build emotional resil-iency. Intervene in potentially harmful situations to make a positive impact. #ChangetheCulture that supports violence.

Let’s Talk about Sex & the MediaShastaCAREST 3/17 3:30-5:00 PM Rm. 822Join Shasta CARES to explore how sex is portrayed in the media and how these messages impact our culture.

Anxiety ReductionWade StewartTH 3/19 3:00-3:50 PM Rm. 246, Library Learn effective ways to manage your emotions and reduce anxiety. Get your joy back!

Stress ReductionCrystal HiltonF 3/20 9:30-10:45 AM Rm. 2115School, work, or life causing you stress? Come learn some management and relaxation techniques that you can use today!

Comma UsageWriting CenterT 3/24 10:00-10:30 AM Rm. 738Learn the correct use of commas and how they can enhance your writing and make you a better writer.

Thesis StatementsWriting CenterW 3/25 1:00-1:30 PM Rm. 738Find out what makes a thesis statement strong and how to choose the right words to support your point.

MLA FormatWriting Center TH 3/26 2:00-2:30 PM Rm. 738Learn the do’s and don’ts of MLA style. Discover new tools to help you with the basics.

Creating a Study ScheduleMelanee GrondahlTH 3/26 2:30-3:45 PM Rm. 246, LibraryDo you need help managing your time as a busy college student? You can avoid procrastination by learning how to make a comprehensive study schedule.


APRIL WORKSHOPSFinancial BasicsCrystal HiltonW 4/1 6:00-7:15 PM Rm. 2115 Learn how to manage your money! Budgeting, debt reduction, FICO score, investing, and even retirement. A brief overview of financial goals, including tips from Dave Ramsey and Suze Orman.

EDGE: Student Athlete Success Workshop Melanee GrondahlTH 4/16 2:30-3:20 PM Rm. 804This workshop is designed specifically for student athletes; however, anyone can attend. Learn skills that will boost your academic performance and support your athletic success. Go Knights!

Got Meaning?Wade StewartTH 4/16 3:30-4:20 PM Online via Zoom*

Please check website for link to the workshop.Do you want your life to have more meaning? A wise man once stated, “Those who have a ‘way’ to live, can bear with almost any ‘how.’” In other words, we can endure many difficult challenges if we understand our “why.” This web-based workshop is meant to help you start to find your own personal “why” in your life.

Let’s Talk about Sex & Kink CultureShasta CARESTH 4/16 3:30-5:00 PM Rm. 822This presentation will discuss sex in kink culture. Further, giving attendees a clear definition of sexual assault as it exists on a continuum and tools for negotiating consensual, enthusiastic sex as practiced in BDSM, polyamorous, and queer communities.

Citing Resources in APALibraryT 4/21 1:30 – 2:20 PM ITV Rooms:Main: 2150; Intermountain: 1712; Tehama: 7201; Trinity: 1515Citing resources can be confusing. Come to this ITV work-shop and learn more about citation and APA format.

Stress ReductionCrystal HiltonW 4/22 6:00-7:15 PM Rm. 2115School, work, or life causing you stress? Come learn some management and relaxation techniques that you can use.

Inner Defender, Inner Critic, Inner GuideMelanee GrondahlTH 4/23 2:30-3:20 PM Rm. 246, LibraryDo you spend a lot of time thinking negative thoughts that put you down instead of build you up? Learn how to identify and stop false thinking so you can hear the voice that guides you towards living your best life.

Anxiety ReductionWade StewartF 4/24 9:00-9:50 AM Online via Zoom*

Please check website for link to the workshop.In this web-based workshop, learn effective ways to manage your emotions and reduce anxiety. Get your joy back!

Thesis StatementWriting CenterM 4/27 2:00-2:30 PM Rm. 738Find out what makes a thesis statement strong and how to choose the right words to support your point.

Overcoming Test AnxietyDiana HamarM 4/27 3:30-4:20 PM Rm. 2202B Learn useful tools in managing test anxiety in any subject, special focus on math.

The Communication CureSarah InnesT 4/28 3:00-3:50 PM Rm. 781Connecting with other people emotionally through honest communication can be difficult. Learn simple tools that help you listen better such as communication expert John Gottman’s theory of “bids” or small daily exchanges that we often overlook.

MLA FormatWriting Center W 4/29 11:00-11:30 AM Rm. 738Learn the do’s and don’ts of MLA style. Discover new tools to help you with the basics.

Comma UsageWriting CenterTH 4/30 2:00-2:30 PM Rm. 738Learn the correct use of commas and how they can enhance your writing. Something as little as a comma can make you a better writer.


MAY WORKSHOPSGot Meaning?Wade StewartM 5/4 4:00-4:50 PM Rm. 246, LibraryDo you want your life to have more meaning? A wise man once stated, “Those who have a ‘way’ to live, can bear with almost any ‘how.’” In other words, we can endure many dif-ficult challenges if we understand our “why.” This workshop is meant to help you start to find your own personal “why” in your life.

Creating a Self-Care Action PlanMelanee GrondahlT 5/5 2:30-3:45 PM Rm. 246, LibraryLearn how to identify healing and positive activities you can engage in that will improve your mental, physical, and emotional health.

ONGOING WORKSHOPSEnglish Conversation CafeTutoring and Learning CenterF 1/31-5/8 10:00-11:50 AM Rm. 785Practice English in a fun, supportive environment. This is an ongoing workshop that meets every Friday.

How to Handle Emotions in Stressful TimesJames CrockettTH 5/7 3:30-4:20 PM Rm. 246, LibraryOverly intense emotions block effective communication and hinder problem solving. Learn tips that will help you manage your emotions despite stress and challenges that could cause emotional meltdowns and poorly-made decisions.

Japanese Conversation CafeTutoring and Learning CenterF 1/31-5/8 12:00-1:30 PM Rm. 781Learn Japanese and explore a new culture. This is an ongoing workshop that meets every Friday.


Prepare for your finals on MAY 6th & 7th

NIF ALEX MA MAJScience Lab Jam NightsScience Learning Center, Rm 1626Hours: 6-10 PMCome whenever you can and stay as long as you want. FREE Tutoring! FREE Brain Food!

Writing Center & Math Center Jam Nights700 Bldg, Hours: 6-10 PMFREE Tutoring! FREE Printing!FREE Brain Food!

WORKSHOPS AT THE TEHAMA CAMPUSCanvas Simplified Brianne Brichacek T 1/21 2-3 pm Rm. 7114 & Online via Zoom*

ZOOM url: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/334674024In this web-based workshop, learn how to successfully navigate Shasta College’s online platform.

How to Choose Your Topic Katie Leach T 1/28 12-1 pm Rm. 7114 & Online via Zoom*

ZOOM url: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/546809578In this web-based workshop, learn how to decide on a good topic for your writing assignment.

Teen Dating Violence Milli Israel W 2/5 10-11 am Rm. 7206BLearn how to build healthy relationships and ways to intervene when a relationship is unhealthy.

Canvas Simplified Brianne Brichacek TH 2/6 2-3 pm Rm. 7114 & Online via Zoom*

ZOOM url: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/423462047In this web-based workshop, learn how to successfully navigate Shasta College’s online platform.

Be an Active Agent of Change Milli Israel W 3/11 10-11 am Rm. 7206BJoin Shasta CARES to identify how we can unlearn violent and harmful behaviors with ourselves, transform trauma, and build emotional resiliency. This workshop will further discuss how to intervene in potentially harmful situations with safe options and strategies to make a positive impact as we #ChangetheCulture that supports violence.

Let’s Talk About Sex Milli Israel W 5/6 10-11 am Rm. 7206BJoin Shasta CARES in a discussion around healthy relationships, boundaries, and communication.

For questions about Tehama workshops, please call the Tehama Tutoring and Learning Center at (530) 242-7711.

*Zoom Online Workshops: To participate in this Zoom supported workshop, please go to our website for instructions and a clickable link at: shastacollege.edu/workshops.

ITV Rooms: Tehama: 7201, 7205; Trinity: 1515, 1521; Intermountain: 1712; Main: 2113, 2150

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Access ONLINE workshops 24/7! Workshop topics include:• How to Overcome Math Anxiety• Study Tips • Note-Taking Strategies• Reading Comprehension Strategies and more!

EFFECTIVE LEARNING WORKSHOPSConquering Math Anxiety W 2/5 2:00-2:50 PM Rm. 785Overcoming Test Anxiety TH 2/6 11:00-11:50 AM Rm. 2202BCanvas Simplified TH 2/6 2:00-2:50 PM Online via Zoom* https://cccconfer.zoomus/j/334674024Studying in the Sciences M 2/10 9:30-10:20 AM Rm. 1609Succeeding in Online Classes T 2/11 5:30-6:30 PM Online via Zoom*

How to Conduct Research W 2/12 10:00-10:50 AM Online via Zoom*

EDGE: Student Athlete Success Workshop TH 2/13 2:30-3:20 PM Rm. 804Writing Prompt Success W 2/19 2:00-2:50 PM Rm. 781Time Management TH 2/20 3:30-4:20 PM Rm. 246, LibraryStudying in the Sciences F 2/28 10:00-10:50 AM Online via Zoom*

Conquering Math Anxiety M 3/2 1:00-1:50 PM Rm. 781Using BRAIN to Critically Evaluate Sources M 3/9 2:00-2:50 PM ITV Rooms

ITV Rooms: Main: 2113; Intermountain: 1712; Tehama: 7205; Trinity:1521How to Succeed in Accelerated/ T 3/10 5:30-6:30 PM Online via Zoom*Compressed Classes https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/728174394Time Management W 3/11 4:00-4:50 PM Rm. 246, LibraryEDGE: Student Athlete Success Workshop TH 3/12 2:30-3:20 PM Rm. 804Stress Reduction F 3/20 9:30-10:45 AM Rm. 2115Creating a Study Schedule TH 3/26 2:30-3:45 PM Rm. 246, LibraryEDGE: Student Athlete Success Workshop TH 4/16 2:30-3:20 PM Rm. 804Stress Reduction W 4/22 6:00-7:15 PM Rm. 2115Inner Defender, Inner Critic, Inner Guide TH 4/23 2:30-3:20 PM Rm. 246, LibraryOvercoming Test Anxiety M 4/27 3:30-4:20 PM Rm. 2202BEnglish Conversation Café Every Friday 10-11:50 AM Rm. 785Japanese Conversation Café Every Friday 12-1:30 PM Rm. 781

WRITING CENTER WORKSHOPSMLA Format T 2/25 1:00-1:30 PM Rm. 738Comma Usage W 2/26 2:00-2:30 PM Rm. 738Thesis Statement TH 2/27 11:00-11:30 AM Rm. 738Comma Usage T 3/24 10:00-10:30 AM Rm. 738Thesis Statement W 3/25 1:00-1:30 PM Rm. 738MLA Format TH 3/26 2:00-2:30 PM Rm. 738Citing Resources in APA T 4/21 1:30-2:20 PM ITV

ITV Rooms: Main: 2150; Intermountain: 1712; Tehama: 7201; Trinity: 1515Thesis Statement M 4/27 2:00-2:30 PM Rm. 738MLA Format W 4/29 11:00-11:30 AM Rm. 738Comma Usage TH 4/30 2:00-2:30 PM Rm. 738

LIFESKILLS WORKSHOPSThe Importance of Gratitude TH 2/6 3:00-3:50 PM Rm. 246, LibraryLet’s Talk about Sex and Healthy Relationships W 2/19 3:30-5:00 PM Rm. 822Let’s Taco ‘Bout Healthy Relationships M 2/24 11:30-1:00 PM Student StageUnconscious Bias W 2/26 2:00-2:50 PM Rm. 822Finding Happiness TH 2/27 2:30-3:20 PM Rm. 246, LibraryPublic Speaking 101 T 3/3 11:00-11:50 AM Rm. 822Be an Active Agent of Change: TH 3/12 3:30-5:00 PM Rm. 822Building Emotional Resiliency Let’s Talk about Sex and the Media T 3/17 3:30-5:00 PM Rm. 822Anxiety Reduction TH 3/19 3:00-3:50 PM Rm. 246, LibraryFinancial Basics W 4/1 6:00-7:15 PM Rm. 2115Got Meaning? TH 4/16 3:30-4:20 PM Online via Zoom*

Please check website for link to the workshop.Let’s Talk About Sex and Kink Culture TH 4/16 3:30-5:00 PM Rm. 822Anxiety Reduction F 4/24 9:00-9:50 AM Online via Zoom*

Please check website for link to the workshop.Got Meaning? M 5/4 4:00-4:50 PM Rm. 246, LibraryCreating a Self-Care Action Plan T 5/5 2:30-3:45 PM Rm. 246, LibraryHow to Handle Emotions in Stressful Times TH 5/7 3:30-4:20 PM Rm. 246, Library

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*Zoom Online Workshops: To participate in this Zoom supported workshop, please go to our website for instructions and a clickable link at: shastacollege.edu/workshops.

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