The ACHIEVE ministry is designed to assist new students who may benefit from individualized academic support during their first year at CUW. ACHIEVE promotes college success by connecting students with campus resources and fostering their engagement in the CUW community. Through participating in ACHIEVE, students will receive personalized assistance intended to ease the transition into college and make them more confident learners.
Benefits of ACHIEVE
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Participation in a learning community
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Connection to CUW faculty and staff
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Assessment of academic needs
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Exposure to student support services and extracurricular activities
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Information and reminders about deadlines and other logistical matters
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Enrollment in cohorted classes
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Monitored progress and early intervention when necessary
Responsibilities of ACHIEVE Participants
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Attend monthly ACHIEVE meetings
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Enroll in ACHIEVE-designated LA 105 and ENG 104 courses
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Utilize resources and attend events recommended by ACHIEVE personnel
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Regularly check CUW email and portal for ACHIEVE updates
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Meet with academic advisor bi-weekly
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Take personal responsibility for learning and communicate needs
Calendar of ACHIEVE Events (Tentative)
- August
ACHIEVE Fall Semester Kick-off
Introduction to college life, CUW, and campus resources
- September
ACHIEVE Monthly Meeting
Introduction to CUW’s electronic systems and CUW's academic policies
- October
ACHIEVE Monthly Meeting
Getting involved and feeling connected on campus
- November
ACHIEVE Monthly Meeting
Managing stress and test anxiety
- December
ACHIEVE Monthly Meeting
First semester reflection, checking semester grades, and winterim
- January
ACHIEVE Spring Semester Kick-off
Second semester plan for success: engaging in learning and utilizing resources
- February
ACHIEVE Monthly Meeting
Broadening your horizons through service or educational opportunities
- March
ACHIEVE Monthly Meeting
Utilizing your academic advisor and registering for 2009-2010 classes
- April
ACHIEVE Monthly Meeting
Finding a job, internship, and volunteer opportunity and resume writing
- May
ACHIEVE Graduation Party
Planning a productive summer
ACHIEVE Contacts
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Randall Ferguson
Assistant V.P. of Academics |
262.243.4273
LU 128 |
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Nicole Gahagan
Learning Resource Center, Director |
262.243.4535
LU 200 |
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Kathleen Volk
Learning Resource Center, Asst. Director |
262.243.4216
LU 200 |
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Jolene Wilkens
Academic Advising and Retention, Director |
262.243.4520
R 109 |
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Kimberly Dunisch
Career Services, Director |
262.243.4566
R 109 |
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Robin Roeske
Career Services, Administrative Assistant |
262.243.4340
R 109 |
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Rob Jacobi
Intercollegiate Athletics, Coach |
262.243.4251
FH 106A |
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Darlene Khalsa
Int'l Student Programming, Director |
262.243.4550
R 004 |
