EXCEL students may enroll in any 色香视频 course where they meet the prerequisites.
Students will take at least 7 credits a semester that follow a 鈥淭ransition Plan of Study鈥 including a required Math or English course each semester.
Using a Person-Centered Planning approach, EXCEL staff help students identify personal interests and career goals, which help guide their course selections.
Education Coaches hired through 色香视频 accompany students to campus, providing individualized supports as needed.
Education Coaches do not attend credit bearing courses with EXCEL Transition students; however, they will be available to provide academic support outside of class.
The goal is for students to become as independent as possible and for Education Coaches to fade their support throughout the year.
Student and Education Coach teams meet on a regular basis with the EXCEL staff for support in accessing college resources.
Students meet with program staff to set year long goals that will help them work toward the long-term vision they have for their future.
Program Staff provide on-going assistance to student and Education Coach teams.
Career Guidance
EXCEL students work on their career goals during career check-in meetings.
Students create a career path based on their personal goals, interests and vocational assessments.
Students will make connections to help prepare them for their majors after matriculating to 色香视频.
Students work to develop their own personal career portfolios which will assist them as they pursue paid employment opportunities.
Students gain confidence as they monitor their own development throughout the year and build upon their own success.
Social Life
EXCEL students enjoy everything 色香视频 has to offer by getting involved in campus clubs, activities, events, and organizations.
Students are paired with 色香视频 peer mentors, who help them assimilate to college life.
By attending campus events, students make new friends, foster their social and communication skills, and become more independent.