Education 198: Strategies for Success at Cal for Transfer Students
One unit pass/not pass
Instructor and Course Coordinator: Lorena Valdez

The goal of this course is to assist transfer students in making an effective transition to university life. It will introduce you to the numerous resources on campus and help you hone your academic skills. Classroom discussions and exercises emphasize collaborative learning and focus on study strategy topics such as managing time and procrastination, reading and learning actively, writing and communicating effectively, and improving test preparation and performance. Guest speakers will present information on resources, services and opportunities. Enrollment is limited to 25 students per section.

Education 198: Adult Learners in Higher Education
One unit pass/not pass
Instructor and Course Coordinator: Ron Williams

This course addresses specific issues relevant to re-entry (25 and older) adult learners during the transitional first semester at Cal. Course discussions and assignments are designed to refine study skills such as managing the heavy reading load, focusing writing skills for Berkeley standards, and balancing academics with personal and work environments. Due to its adult learning emphasis, this class affords the opportunity to connect with other re-entry learners who deal with concerns that are often different from traditional-aged students. In addition to weekly meetings, there are workshops and other opportunities in our TRSP center to work on skills, to network and build community. Many re-entry students have said that this course was essential to their success at Cal!

Education 98/198: Once Upon a University: An Orientation Course for Student Parents
Two units pass/not pass)
Instructor and Course Coordinator:Alice Jordan

This course welcomes new student parents to Cal. Class topics provide timely information and strategies for mastering the challenges of combining school and parenting. Whether you are a student parent “new to Cal” or a Cal student “new to parenting” this course will create a forum to ask questions, get answers, and share experiences.

Education 198: Veterans in Higher Education
One unit pass/not pass
Instructor and Course Coordinator: Ron Williams

This course is designed to acclimate veterans to the opportunities and expectations of student life at UC Berkeley. Learn to maximize benefits and make the best transition to the Cal academic experience. This class affords the opportunity to connect with other new and experienced Cal veterans to gain insights and strategies for working with issues that are often different from the traditional student experience.

Social Welfare 97/197: Service Learning Internships
1-3 units (P/NP)

To apply for internship units pick up an application at the TRSP Center at 100 Chavez Center or click here to download an application.

TRSP internships provide an opportunity for students to participate in the creation of a dynamic and supportive community within and across the Transfer, Re-entry and Student Parent Center. Interns provide students with information and insight gained from their experience with campus and community services and resources. Specific service learning projects, working with staff and fellow interns, are developed each semester based on center needs and priorities.

Social Welfare 97/197 and Ethnic Studies 97/197: Starting Point Mentorships
1-2 Units (P/NP)
Course Coordinator: Eva Rivas

The Starting Point Mentorship Program provides Bay Area Community College students with UC Berkeley student mentors who are enrolled in this course, co-sponsored by the School of Social Welfare and the Ethnic Studies Department. This program is specifically designed to encourage under-served students (returning students, first generation college students, students combining school and parenting, students from low-income backgrounds, etc.) to explore their academic potential and prepare themselves for transfer to UC Berkeley. A few partners include, Berkeley City College, Laney College, Diablo Valley College, Contra Costa College, and Las Positas College.     

Class sessions are held on:
Tuesdays from 2-3 PM OR Wednesdays 11 AM-Noon in 147 César Chávez

Education 198: Peer Leadership & Mentoring in the Classroom
2 units (P/NP)
Instructors: Rick Low / Ron Williams

This course prepares students to be co-facilitators for TRSP transition courses. Topics to be covered include: small group dynamics, the "problem-posing" method of instruction, creating an atmosphere of trust and support, and teaching through positive feedback. Students will participate as co-facilitators in on-going TRSP courses as a part of their training.

Education 98/198: It Takes a Village: Building Support Systems for Student Parents
Two units pass/not pass)
Instructor and Course Coordinator:Alice Jordan

This two-unit course is specifically designed for students who are combining school and parenting. Our goal is to provide information, build skills and develop support systems that promote the success of student parents. We’ll focus on strategies to enhance academic success and share ways for student parents to develop a healthy balance between your family, your GPA and your sense of self!

Education 198: Beyond the Village
2 units (P/NP)
Instructor: Alice Jordan

For student parents seeking information and resources for job search activities, career exploration and graduate school preparation.

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