College Advising Center Events

April 4, 2018

The Craft of Class Presentations: Sharing Research Effectively

Have you ever been to a presentation that puts you to sleep? Struggled to fit the fascinating research you’ve done for your paper into a twenty minute presentation? Tried to follow a Prezi presentation that has more colors than a kaleidoscope? Come to this workshop to learn how to engage an audience’s attention, offer useful information, and raise thought-provoking questions.

March 14, 2018

Staying On Track: The Writing Process for Research Papers

Research papers present a new set of challenges in the spring. They are generally longer than anything students write in Fall E&D, and the wider range of ideas and sources involved can make them difficult to manage. This workshop will help students learn how to organize their research into cohesive, persuasive arguments. We’ll discuss the key sections many research papers include, but also some differences across topics that can require distinct approaches.  We’ll also discuss strategies for writing effective introductions and conclusions, which become more essential as papers grow longer and more complex. Finally, we’ll talk about strategies for time management and motivation throughout a long-term writing project.

March 8, 2018

Planning for a Productive Summer

Summer classes? Internships? Transfer Credit? Come to this workshop to learn how to make this the best summer ever!
February 15, 2018

Learning Preferences and Academic Goals

Everyone has different learning preferences. Come learn how to use them to your advantage!

This event is co-presented by the College Advising Center and Student Support Services.

February 7, 2018

Worry Less, Write More: Beginning the College Research Paper

When L&C professors assign a research paper, whether in Spring E&D or other courses, they expect students to develop good topics, find and properly cite strong sources, and—most challenging of all—create a strong argumentative thesis about their interpretation of sources. This workshop will support you in this work and suggest ways to understand each course’s distinct expectations for research and writing. Additionally, you will learn how to develop your ideas and keep track of your sources in the early stages of the research-paper-writing process. With a good start, a research paper can become a defining and rewarding experience for the beginning of your college career.

February 1, 2018

Exploring Law School

If you are thinking about law school and want to know more about the whole process, this workshop is for you!
January 31, 2018

CANCELLED - Planning for a Career in Healthcare

Do you want to be a doctor? A nurse? Not sure? With so many paths available in the healthcare field, deciding which one is right for you can be tough!

Join us as we discuss opportunities in healthcare, and cover the academic and extracurricular experiences needed to reach your post-graduation goals.

November 2, 2017

Choose Your Own Healthcare Career Adventure

You can help people in the healthcare field without being a doctor! There are many other paths to a fulfilling career in medicine that don’t require medical school. Some of these options include a career as a nurse, midwife, chiropractor, physical or occupational therapist, physician assistant, naturopath, pharmacist, nurse practitioner, dental hygienist, and on and on. This workshop will give you the tools to find the path that draws on your interests and strengths. We will also explore the opportunities you have to build your network and knowledge inside and outside the classroom. 

October 11, 2017

The Quick Fix and the Long Arc: Improving Your Writing at L&C

Writing is a crucial academic skill, but it is also an essential life skill, central to a purposeful and reflective life. Surviving the next paper sometimes leads students to lose sight of longer-term goals, but setting those goals is essential to developing into a mature and confident writer. This workshop will offer concrete advice to improve your fall E&D papers, but will also help you start thinking about how to develop better writing habits, respond to feedback from professors whose expectations can differ, and track the growth of your writing across the longer arc of a Lewis & Clark education. 

October 4, 2017

The App that Gets You to Graduation

Are you planning to graduate in May 2017? Did you know that you need to apply to make this happen? In this workshop, we will review the steps all seniors must take in order to graduate, and you will be able to complete part of the application at the session. Advisors from the CAC will be there to provide one-on-one help and answer questions, as well as help you prepare for the next steps to take. Complete graduation applications are due Friday, October 13th, but there are details that must be done in advance, so don’t delay!

September 27, 2017

The Art of Planning: How to Navigate the E&D Writing Process

Strong E&D essays require savvy decisions about topics and time.  This workshop will demonstrate simple and smart techniques for using your time effectively as you draft, revise, and edit your writing for E&D and other classes. We will discuss strategies for interpreting assignments, developing arguments, and completing work with confidence. Bring your syllabus and an essay assignment to consider; we will practice prewriting and planning techniques that will help you to make the most of your college writing experience. 

September 21, 2017

Passport to Study Abroad Essentials

It’s a great big world out there and you have the opportunity to explore it through study abroad! This workshop will help you prepare for the trip of a lifetime. We’ll explore the academic and financial planning necessary to make a memorable and affordable trip abroad, and graduate on time. 

September 13, 2017

The Secrets of E&D

Doing well in E&D is about more than getting good grades. In your quest to make the most of your first semester you can learn, through E&D, the steps necessary to be a successful student, both inside and outside of class. In this workshop, we will discuss how to shine in class discussion (even if you’d rather fade into the background), the art of taking notes and listening at the same time, faculty interaction (from office hours to email to your online presence), resources for reading- and writing-intensive courses, and how to stay calm through it all.

April 12, 2017

Presenting like a Pro: Sharing Research in Class Presentations

This is the third workshop in the THE KEY THREE: Research, Writing, and Presentation Skills series, jointly offered by LC’s College Advising Center and the Writing Center.
March 15, 2017

Staying On Track: The Writing Process for Research Papers

This is the second workshop in the THE KEY THREE: Research, Writing, and Presentation Skills series, jointly offered by LC’s College Advising Center and the Writing Center.
March 8, 2017

Law Student Life

If you are curious about what law school is like and want the inside scoop, join us for an informative panel featuring Lewis and Clark law students. The workshop will cover coursework, finances, work-life balance, and extracurricular considerations. Audience participation encouraged! Jointly presented by the LC’s College Advising Center and Law School.

March 1, 2017

Choosing a Major Without Major Anxiety

Are you wondering which academic path to follow? Do you need help finding the right Lewis & Clark major? Have you declared a major but you aren’t sure if it’s the right one for you? Worried your major won’t lead to a career? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then attend this workshop designed specifically for you! This workshop will offer ideas about how to approach course selection, assist you in further identifying your interests, and help you explore majors and minors at L&C. Additionally, students will consider how to create - and revise - a graduation plan.

February 21, 2017

From College to the Classroom

Are you interested in pursuing a career in education or counseling, but aren’t sure what you need to do at LC to be prepared? Not sure what major to choose? What classes to take? With so many paths available here and in the K-12 field, how will you decide which one is right for you? Join us as we cover the academic and extracurricular experiences needed to reach your post-graduation goals in a workshop jointly presented by the College Advising Center and LC’s Graduate School of Education and Counseling.

February 15, 2017

Passport to Study Abroad Essentials

It’s a great big world out there and you have the opportunity to explore it through study abroad! This workshop will help you prepare for the trip of a lifetime. We’ll explore the academic and financial planning necessary to make a memorable and affordable trip abroad, and graduate on time.

February 8, 2017

Worry Less, Write More: Beginning the College Research Paper

This is the first workshop in the THE KEY THREE: Research, Writing, and Presentation Skills series, jointly offered by LC’s College Advising Center and the Writing Center.
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