101 Programs

Transitional Empowerment Programs

STEP - THREE - College 101

Thank you for your interest. This seminar is designed to help college-bound seniors succeed during their upcoming, pivotal freshman year. It is based on research, insight and advice from current college students who speak directly to high school seniors via static and video segments. The seminar is non-institution specific and applicable to any student going away to any college.

Program Highlights

1st Place - In blind peer reviews, the Journal of Youth Development's academic and professional organization chose College 101 as best program package in the nation. This organization consists of 3,600 colleges and university members.

The program is a research-based curriculum delivered with engaging videos and graphics from real campuses across the country. One of the research projects upon which the program is based was done at the Ohio State University and is available for additional information. The Author is Brian Raison.

Participants in this four-hour seminar will learn basic academic protocols, problem-solving techniques, study tips, and social scene strategies for first year college students. Topics include:

- Choosing Classes
- Note Taking Tips
- Test Strategies Social
- Scene Changes
- Credit Card Lies
- Roommate Woes
- Safety on Campus
- Talking with Professors
- And more.

Research Proposal Abstract

Youth can achieve greater success and reduce negative life consequences during their first year of college if they 1) increase knowledge of new social scene and academic protocols, and 2) work through a conjectural decision-making process prior to actual encounters. This project will create a self-sustaining program that can be used nationwide.

STEP - THREE - College Faith

3-Keys: Keeping Your Faith at College

This isn't rocket science. Instead, these are simple, direct "knowns" that you can do to prepare.

1. Know what's coming.. feelings, temptations, challenges to your beliefs.
2. Get involved.. with a local church and with campus ministries.
3. Make an impact.. while you are in college. God can use you now!

The College Faith CD-ROM based curriculum and seminar covers these points in depth. It includes 20 live-on-campus video clips "real college students giving advice" a highly effective YouTube appeal. It is formatted as a seminar, classroom series, and self-study for youth ministers, students and parents.

STEP - THREE - Career 101

Throughout the year, the program facilitates several enrichment activities such
as mock interviews, resume writing instruction, and office etiquette workshops.

Furthermore, the youth participate in and assist with the organization of a variety
of community events and service projects. Examples include outdoor clean-ups,
health workshops, and community programs.