Making it through college and choosing a future career can oftentimes seem overwhelming; there’s so much work and so many possibilities, how am I supposed to manage it all and still have a life?
Fortunately, TCC is there to help. Over the course of the semester, TCC campuses host student success-driven events that can help you manage your stress, learn about the world around you, and prepare you for a career in the “real world.”
We are here to make it easier for you to keep track by periodically giving you a heads up. Check here regularly on Mondays to see what’s brewing and give yourself the upper hand!
Monday, Oct. 8
Election 101
Northeast, NSTU 1615A
6-7:30 p.m.
A representative from the Tarrant County Elections Office will explain the process of voting, early voting, voting requirements and what it means to be a poll worker. She will bring sample ballots, an e-slate electronic voting machine and an early voting schedule.
Sponsored by the Government & Paralegal Studies Department, the Student Government Association, the Student Political Awareness Club and Student Activities.
Please R.S.V.P. at VolunteerHub.
Tuesday, Oct. 9
Where Do You Go From Here? Career Decision Workshop
Northwest, WACB 1123
11 a.m.-Noon
Real working professionals share information with students who are trying to make a decision about their career plans.
Students Serving Students for Success
Trinity River, Idea Store
Times vary
Introduction to Sociology students will be available to help students with pertinent information to better prepare them for success both academically and personally. Various times are available over a two day period. Runs through Oct. 10.
Wednesday, Oct. 10
Resume and Interviewing Techniques
South, SSTU Texas Room
1-2 p.m.
Learn how to construct a professional resume and pick up powerful interviewing skills to get the job.
Thursday, Oct. 11
Student Success Seminar: Subtract Fear, Multiply Confidence
Northeast, NSTU 1615A
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Does opening a math book make you feel uneasy? Does fear creep into your mind at the thought of quadratic equations? If so, this seminar is for you! Come and learn how to subtract fear and multiply confidence. Presenters Carolina Saleh, Tai Vo and Kristin Krayer will share tips on how to approach math without anxiety.
Sponsored by Student Activities and the Advising and Counseling Center.
RSVP at Volunteer Hub.
Saturday, Oct. 13
Setting Goals
Northeast, NCAB 1111
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Presenters will discuss several facets of financial goal-setting, including how specific the goals are and the time-frame set for the goals. The mini-module also covers how trade-offs and priorities apply to financial goals, and how regular savings can protect long-term goals from being derailed by unexpected expenses.
RSVP at Volunteer Hub.