{"id":450,"date":"2020-01-06T14:00:50","date_gmt":"2020-01-06T14:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/coreqenglish1\/?post_type=chapter&#038;p=450"},"modified":"2025-03-03T18:21:04","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T18:21:04","slug":"utilizing-your-support-network","status":"publish","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/englishcomp1\/chapter\/utilizing-your-support-network\/","title":{"raw":"Utilizing Your Support Network","rendered":"Utilizing Your Support Network"},"content":{"raw":"<div class=\"textbox learning-objectives\">\r\n<h3>Learning Objectives<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Explain the importance and value of campus support networks to student life<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h2>Campus Support Networks<\/h2>\r\nWhether you live on campus or commute, it's important to find your place on your campus. Institutions provide a range of student activities, and participation in these activities isn't just for enrichment and enjoyment.\u00a0Participation in\u00a0campus activities has a correlation with academic success. The biggest challenge can be deciding how much time to spend on activities outside the classroom and which activities yield\u00a0the greatest personal reward.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_330\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"305\"]<a href=\"https:\/\/courses.candelalearning.com\/lumencollegesuccess\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1110\/2016\/02\/14878601750_b326ee6fa4_z.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-330\"><img class=\"wp-image-330\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/courses-images\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/904\/2016\/10\/13213203\/14878601750_b326ee6fa4_z.jpg\" alt=\"Eagle mascot sitting on the lap of a woman at a sports event\" width=\"305\" height=\"203\" \/><\/a> <strong>Figure 1<\/strong>. Becoming involved in campus activities is a great way to grow your support network.[\/caption]\r\n<h3>Benefits of Participating in Student Life<\/h3>\r\nHow is it that becoming fully involved in student life can have such a positive impact on student satisfaction and academic success?\r\n\r\nThe National Survey of Student Engagement\u2014a survey measuring student involvement in academic and co-curricular activities\u2014shows that student success is directly linked to student involvement in the institution. In fact, survey results show that the higher the level of student involvement is, the higher student grades are and the more likely students are to reenroll the next semester. Student engagement seems to translate to satisfaction. The following are some of the many benefits and rewards that result from active participation in campus and student life.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Personal interests are tapped<\/strong>: Co-curricular programs and activities encourage students to explore personal interests and passions. As students pursue these interests, they learn more about\u00a0their strengths and possible career paths. These discoveries can be lasting and life-changing.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>A portfolio of experience develops<\/strong>: Experience with just about any\u00a0aspect\u00a0of college life may be relevant to\u00a0a prospective employer. Is freshman year too soon to be thinking about r\u00e9sum\u00e9s? Definitely\u00a0not! If you gain leadership experience in a club, for example, be sure to document what you did so you can refer back to it. (Keep track of your activities and experiences in a working resume!)<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Fun leads to good feelings<\/strong>: Students typically pursue co-curricular activities because the activities are enjoyable\u00a0and personally rewarding.\u00a0Having fun is also a good way to balance the stress of meeting academic deadlines and studying intensely.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Social connections grow<\/strong>: When students are involved in co-curricular activities, they usually\u00a0interact with others, which means meeting new people, developing\u00a0social skills, and being a part of\u00a0a community. Having friends who share your interests and can support you as you navigate the inevitable struggles of college is critical to your success.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Awareness of diversity expands<\/strong>: The multicultural nature of American society is increasingly reflected and celebrated\u00a0on college campuses today. You will see this not only in the classroom but also in the\u00a0co-curricular activities, clubs, organizations, and events. For example, your college might have a Black Student Union, an Asian Pacific Student Union, a Japanese Student Association, a Chinese Student Association, and many others. Having access to these resources gives students\u00a0the opportunity to explore different cultures and prepare to live, work, and thrive in a vibrantly diverse world.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Self-esteem grows<\/strong>: When students pursue their special interests through co-curricular activities, it can be a real boost to self-esteem. Academic achievement can certainly\u00a0be a source of affirmation\u00a0and satisfaction, but it\u2019s nice to have additional activities that validate your special contributions in other ways.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nAll in all, being involved in the campus community is vital to every student, and it\u2019s vital to the college, too. It\u2019s a symbiotic relationship that serves everyone well.\r\n\r\nThe key to getting the most out of college is to take advantage of as many facets of student life as possible while still keeping up with your academic commitments. That\u2019s pretty obvious, right? What may be less obvious is that focusing exclusively on your academic work and not getting involved in any of the rich and diverse co-curricular activities on campus can come at a real price and even hamper your success.\r\n<div class=\"textbox tryit\">\r\n<h3>Try It<\/h3>\r\nhttps:\/\/assess.lumenlearning.com\/practice\/c5592143-6e77-4de5-9afb-ffc2ede07db5\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h2>Major College Resources and How To Use Them<\/h2>\r\nResources to help you reach your educational and career goals are available on most college campuses. Here are several campus resources to know about and find early in your college career. You may not need them right away; some you may not need at all. However, you will likely find several to be vital to your success. Become familiar with your options. Know where to find the services. Find the appropriate contact information and be prepared to access these resources for help.\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/lumenlearning.h5p.com\/content\/1292290636938631698\/embed\" width=\"1088\" height=\"637\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" aria-label=\"Campus Resources\"><\/iframe><script src=\"https:\/\/lumenlearning.h5p.com\/js\/h5p-resizer.js\" charset=\"UTF-8\"><\/script>Additional support centers that students may wish to visit include offices for housing, athletics, continuing education, international students, and many others. Refer to your college website or other college directories for information about the many, many services that can be part of your college experience.\r\n<div class=\"textbox exercises\">\r\n<h3>Watch It<\/h3>\r\nIn this video, Peter from the Northampton Community College Learning Center gives you some tips on how to find campus resources, and describes some of the major resources available on many college campuses.\r\n\r\n[embed]https:\/\/youtu.be\/_h-pDrFy-w4[\/embed]\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"textbox examples\">\r\n<h3>Build Your Support Team<\/h3>\r\nRead this excerpt from college counselor Patricia Munsch, as she emphasizes the importance of seeking out advisors, faculty, and others to create your own \"team\" of support.\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<p class=\"Text---Headings_Body\">As a student I utilized a faculty member in my department for semester course selection, and I also went to the department chairperson to organize two different internships to explore different career paths. In addition, I sought mentorship from club advisors as I questioned my career path and future goals. In my mind I had a team of people providing me support and guidance, and as a result I had a great college experience and an easy transition from school to work.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"Text---Headings_Body\">I recommend to all students that I meet with to create their own team. As a counselor I can certainly be a part of their team, but I should not be the only resource. Connect with faculty in your department or in your favorite subject. Seek out internships as you think about the transition from college to workplace. Find mentors through faculty, club advisors, or college staff. We all want to see you succeed and are happy to be a part of your journey.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"Text---Headings_Body\">As a counselor I am always shocked when students do not understand what courses they need to take, what grade point average they need to maintain, and what requirements they must fulfill in order to reach their goal\u2014graduation! Understand that as a college student it is your responsibility to read your college catalog and meet all of the requirements for graduation from your college. I always suggest that students, starting in their first semester, outline or map out all of the courses they need to take in order to graduate. Of course you may change your mind along the way, but by setting out your plan to graduation you are forcing yourself to learn what is required of you.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n<\/div>","rendered":"<div class=\"textbox learning-objectives\">\n<h3>Learning Objectives<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Explain the importance and value of campus support networks to student life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Campus Support Networks<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you live on campus or commute, it&#8217;s important to find your place on your campus. Institutions provide a range of student activities, and participation in these activities isn&#8217;t just for enrichment and enjoyment.\u00a0Participation in\u00a0campus activities has a correlation with academic success. The biggest challenge can be deciding how much time to spend on activities outside the classroom and which activities yield\u00a0the greatest personal reward.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_330\" style=\"width: 315px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/courses.candelalearning.com\/lumencollegesuccess\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1110\/2016\/02\/14878601750_b326ee6fa4_z.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-330\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-330\" class=\"wp-image-330\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/courses-images\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/904\/2016\/10\/13213203\/14878601750_b326ee6fa4_z.jpg\" alt=\"Eagle mascot sitting on the lap of a woman at a sports event\" width=\"305\" height=\"203\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-330\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>Figure 1<\/strong>. Becoming involved in campus activities is a great way to grow your support network.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Benefits of Participating in Student Life<\/h3>\n<p>How is it that becoming fully involved in student life can have such a positive impact on student satisfaction and academic success?<\/p>\n<p>The National Survey of Student Engagement\u2014a survey measuring student involvement in academic and co-curricular activities\u2014shows that student success is directly linked to student involvement in the institution. In fact, survey results show that the higher the level of student involvement is, the higher student grades are and the more likely students are to reenroll the next semester. Student engagement seems to translate to satisfaction. The following are some of the many benefits and rewards that result from active participation in campus and student life.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Personal interests are tapped<\/strong>: Co-curricular programs and activities encourage students to explore personal interests and passions. As students pursue these interests, they learn more about\u00a0their strengths and possible career paths. These discoveries can be lasting and life-changing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A portfolio of experience develops<\/strong>: Experience with just about any\u00a0aspect\u00a0of college life may be relevant to\u00a0a prospective employer. Is freshman year too soon to be thinking about r\u00e9sum\u00e9s? Definitely\u00a0not! If you gain leadership experience in a club, for example, be sure to document what you did so you can refer back to it. (Keep track of your activities and experiences in a working resume!)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fun leads to good feelings<\/strong>: Students typically pursue co-curricular activities because the activities are enjoyable\u00a0and personally rewarding.\u00a0Having fun is also a good way to balance the stress of meeting academic deadlines and studying intensely.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Social connections grow<\/strong>: When students are involved in co-curricular activities, they usually\u00a0interact with others, which means meeting new people, developing\u00a0social skills, and being a part of\u00a0a community. Having friends who share your interests and can support you as you navigate the inevitable struggles of college is critical to your success.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Awareness of diversity expands<\/strong>: The multicultural nature of American society is increasingly reflected and celebrated\u00a0on college campuses today. You will see this not only in the classroom but also in the\u00a0co-curricular activities, clubs, organizations, and events. For example, your college might have a Black Student Union, an Asian Pacific Student Union, a Japanese Student Association, a Chinese Student Association, and many others. Having access to these resources gives students\u00a0the opportunity to explore different cultures and prepare to live, work, and thrive in a vibrantly diverse world.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Self-esteem grows<\/strong>: When students pursue their special interests through co-curricular activities, it can be a real boost to self-esteem. Academic achievement can certainly\u00a0be a source of affirmation\u00a0and satisfaction, but it\u2019s nice to have additional activities that validate your special contributions in other ways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All in all, being involved in the campus community is vital to every student, and it\u2019s vital to the college, too. It\u2019s a symbiotic relationship that serves everyone well.<\/p>\n<p>The key to getting the most out of college is to take advantage of as many facets of student life as possible while still keeping up with your academic commitments. That\u2019s pretty obvious, right? What may be less obvious is that focusing exclusively on your academic work and not getting involved in any of the rich and diverse co-curricular activities on campus can come at a real price and even hamper your success.<\/p>\n<div class=\"textbox tryit\">\n<h3>Try It<\/h3>\n<p>\t<iframe id=\"assessment_practice_c5592143-6e77-4de5-9afb-ffc2ede07db5\" class=\"resizable\" src=\"https:\/\/assess.lumenlearning.com\/practice\/c5592143-6e77-4de5-9afb-ffc2ede07db5?iframe_resize_id=assessment_practice_id_c5592143-6e77-4de5-9afb-ffc2ede07db5\" frameborder=\"0\" style=\"border:none;width:100%;height:100%;min-height:300px;\"><br \/>\n\t<\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Major College Resources and How To Use Them<\/h2>\n<p>Resources to help you reach your educational and career goals are available on most college campuses. Here are several campus resources to know about and find early in your college career. You may not need them right away; some you may not need at all. However, you will likely find several to be vital to your success. Become familiar with your options. Know where to find the services. Find the appropriate contact information and be prepared to access these resources for help.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/lumenlearning.h5p.com\/content\/1292290636938631698\/embed\" width=\"1088\" height=\"637\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" aria-label=\"Campus Resources\"><\/iframe><script src=\"https:\/\/lumenlearning.h5p.com\/js\/h5p-resizer.js\" charset=\"UTF-8\"><\/script>Additional support centers that students may wish to visit include offices for housing, athletics, continuing education, international students, and many others. Refer to your college website or other college directories for information about the many, many services that can be part of your college experience.<\/p>\n<div class=\"textbox exercises\">\n<h3>Watch It<\/h3>\n<p>In this video, Peter from the Northampton Community College Learning Center gives you some tips on how to find campus resources, and describes some of the major resources available on many college campuses.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"oembed-1\" title=\"Finding and Utilizing College Resources\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_h-pDrFy-w4?feature=oembed&#38;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textbox examples\">\n<h3>Build Your Support Team<\/h3>\n<p>Read this excerpt from college counselor Patricia Munsch, as she emphasizes the importance of seeking out advisors, faculty, and others to create your own &#8220;team&#8221; of support.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"Text---Headings_Body\">As a student I utilized a faculty member in my department for semester course selection, and I also went to the department chairperson to organize two different internships to explore different career paths. In addition, I sought mentorship from club advisors as I questioned my career path and future goals. In my mind I had a team of people providing me support and guidance, and as a result I had a great college experience and an easy transition from school to work.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text---Headings_Body\">I recommend to all students that I meet with to create their own team. As a counselor I can certainly be a part of their team, but I should not be the only resource. Connect with faculty in your department or in your favorite subject. Seek out internships as you think about the transition from college to workplace. Find mentors through faculty, club advisors, or college staff. We all want to see you succeed and are happy to be a part of your journey.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text---Headings_Body\">As a counselor I am always shocked when students do not understand what courses they need to take, what grade point average they need to maintain, and what requirements they must fulfill in order to reach their goal\u2014graduation! Understand that as a college student it is your responsibility to read your college catalog and meet all of the requirements for graduation from your college. I always suggest that students, starting in their first semester, outline or map out all of the courses they need to take in order to graduate. 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