College 101: College Success

Instructor Name: Jessica Cain, MSW

Email: jcain@everettcc.edu Office Phone: 425-388-9292

Office: Rainier 105 Classroom: Gray Wolf Hall 278

September 11-20 9:10 AM-12:10 PM Tuesday &

Office Hours: Drop-in at Advising Center or by
Thursday only
appointment

REQUIRED TEXT & MATERIALS:

College 101 Activity Packet: Available through the EvCC Bookstore

We will be using a free online textbook for this course. I will tell you about this the first day! You may
be expected to download and print a few assignments from the chapters, so please make sure you have
access to a printer. You may print from the campus computer labs or library, also!

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Develop, understand and apply college success strategies to include college resources and student
services, rights and responsibilities, financing college, organization, time management, appreciating
diversity, learning strategies, choosing a college major, achieving college goals and preparation for the
completion of an academic plan.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Examine and articulate the student’s reasons for attending college, articulate the difference
between success strategies in college versus high school, work, etc. and apply these new
strategies.
2. Successfully navigate campus resources. services, and technology;
3. Demonstrate an understanding of college terminology and describe the different types of
college programs available at EvCC.
4. Demonstrate successful academic behaviors, apply effective learning strategies; and
interpret student rights and responsibilities.
5. Identify strategies for financing college.
6. Describe the process and pathways to select a college major and find additional sources for
career guidance.
7. Demonstrate the ability to create and revise an up-to-date academic plan in preparation to
meet with an academic advisor.
8. Define and discuss the importance of diversity and civility in today’s classroom and
community.
9. Navigate and use the college web page including the student kiosk to locate and utilize
important information
CLASS STRUCTURE
This is not a lecture based course. You will be responsible for coming to class ready to discuss and
interact with the material, your classmates, and your instructor.

Class time will include discussion of the text and supplementary materials, and will involve group and
individual participation in all activities. Techniques of instruction may include mini-lectures, discussion,
class activities, group work, collaborative learning, videos, and guest speakers. Students are expected to
stay up to date with weekly readings and assignments. Again, this is not a lecture based course; your
involvement and interaction is critical to your success and your enjoyment in this class!

CLASS EXPECTATIONS
Attend class regularly and participate in all activities, class discussions & assignments.

1. Come to class prepared having read and completed all assignments on time.
2. Come to class motivated to participate and learn - HAVE A POSITIVE ATTITUDE!!
3. Silence all electronics while in class. Do not play on your phone.
4. Notify the instructor with any questions or concerns in a timely manner.
5. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited and carries academic consequences.

EVALUATIONS & GRADING

All assignments are due promptly on their scheduled due dates. Late work is frowned upon, and will be
graded down significantly unless you have received prior approval. It is your responsibility to contact me
in advance if there is a problem, or for any missing information you may need to meet your obligations.
If you miss class for any reason, it is your responsibility to contact another student for notes and any
missed information or handouts. Attendance and participation is of the utmost importance. Each week
there will be assignments, class activities, and participation points. You will be able to keep track of your
grades on Canvas.

GRADING SCALE
Letter grades will be assigned based on the following scale:

TABLE 1 - GRADING SCALE

Letter Grade Percentage
A 92 and above
A- 90 to 91.99
B+ 87 to 89.99
B 82 to 86.99
B- 80 to 81.99
C+ 77 to 79.99
D+ 67 to 69.99
D 62 to 66.99
F < 62
Points will be awarded for each assignment. Please stay on top of how you’re doing by checking the
Canvas gradebook. Come discuss any concerns with me promptly. A passing grade in this course is
required.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
 Attendance and participation and in-class assignments: 40%
 Homework assignments: 40%
 Final portfolio (see below) 20%

ATTENDANCE & PARTICIPATION - 40%

Attendance is mandatory! This is a highly interactive class. 40% of your grade is based on your ability to
get to class, get there on time, and remain the entire class session. You are expected to be alert and
attentive, and be prepared by having your reading and assignments up to date.

HOMEWORK - 40%
Homework is assigned, shared, collected and graded throughout each week. Many assignments are
explained and practiced during class time. Graded in-class assignments or quizzes may be given with no
advanced notice and cannot be made up. Due dates for assignments are firm unless special
arrangements are made with the instructor.

This is 40% of your grade, so be sure to stay on top of the assignments.

FINAL PORTFOLIO - 20%

Your portfolio will include the following:

1. A career research project

2. A developed goal statement
3. A draft of your Academic Plan at EvCC
4. A projected college financial plan

CANVAS
I will be using Canvas for this course. All assignments will be submitted through Canvas. We will have a
Canvas orientation the first day of class. All grades will be available on Canvas for you to see throughout
the term. You will always know where you stand in this course by checking Canvas. I will post
announcements for the class on Canvas, so you should check it regularly.

1. If you are repeating this course in order to attempt to earn a better grade than the one given when the
same course was taken earlier, you must submit a course repeat card to the Enrollment Services office
immediately. Otherwise, the earlier low grade will continue to be counted in the GPA.

2. If you are enrolled in this class in order to remedy an incomplete grade given in the same course within
the past year, please consult Enrollment Services (425-388-9210) immediately. It is probable that this is
not an effective plan and will create a mess, as well as cost you extra money.
CLASS CONDUCT
You are expected to treat both your classmates and your instructor with courtesy and respect at all
times. This includes silencing all computers, cell phones and tablets before entering the classroom or
risk being asked to leave the classroom. This includes text messaging and checking your messages.
Disruptive students will be asked to leave the classroom. See the EvCC student handbook for behavior
expectations.

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Accidental or intentional use of someone else’s work, ideas, research, or writing without attribution of
the source will result in a failing grade on the assignment or a failing grade in the course. This decision
will be dependent on the nature and extent of the use. Any incidents of this type will be reported to the
Dean of Student Development as a violation of the Student Conduct Code. Click here to access the
Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook at the EvCC website.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Everett Community College complies with all federal and state laws and regulations regarding
discrimination, including the ADA Act of 1990. If you have a documented disability, a reasonable
accommodation for equal access to education or services can be made through the Center for Disability
Services (located in Parks Student Union on the third floor). Students should notify instructors of any
accommodation needs as soon as possible.

Title IX/Green Dot

I support Green Dot and violence prevention efforts across campus and choose to promote this vital
resource on our campus. If you experience any form of violence, I am here to support you. Please do not
hesitate to talk to me or to contact Becky Lamboley, Title IX Coordinator, Olympus Hall 207 (425-388-
9271, TitleIXCoordinator@everettcc.edu).
Tentative Course Schedule –Subject to Change

Day 1 (September 11): Navigating a Path to Success

Activities: The EvCC website, course expectations, building a classroom community
Reading: Chapter 1, “You and Your College Experience”, found in Canvas, Student Rights &
Responsibilities, Syllabus, Pages in Canvas
Assignments: E-mail your Instructor; Reading Quiz, Cross Word Puzzle, CSI, Introduce
Yourself, Explore EvCC Website Quiz
Day 2 (September 13): Time Management, Goal Setting,
Career/Academic Planning
Activities: Time Management, Goal Setting, WOIS
Reading: College Success Chapter 2 “Staying Motivated, Organized, and On Track” & 12
“Taking Control of Your Future”, Pages in Canvas
Assignments: Time Management Discussion, ork on your portfolio
Day 3 (September 18) Financing Your Education & Study Skills
Activities: Pass the Problem, Learning Inventory, Note Taking
Reading: Chapter 11, “Taking Control of Your Finances” & Satisfactory Academic Progress
Policy, Chapter 7 “Interacting with Instructors and Classes”, Chapter 4 “Listening, Note Taking,
and Remembering”, Pages in Canvas
Assignments: Financial Literacy Quiz; Reading Quiz, Where are you spending the most?,
Portfolio
Day 4 (September 20): Information Literacy, Diversity, Civility, Resiliency
& Final Portfolio
Activities: Growth Mindset
Assignments: Library Reading Check, Diversity Reading Check, Growth Mindset, Your Top
Three List

Final Portfolios are due September 23!