Fall 2012 Coaching Groups:
Money Matters
This group is for students who are proactively planning financially for their futures. The FYSC teams up with the Financial Aid office to help students establish good financial habits. Topics will include: Personal budgeting, financial planning for college, saving up for major purchases, build and use credit, and applying for scholarships. Students will be using Foundations in Personal Finance by Dave Ramsey.
Out -of-Towner’s
This group is for students who are long car ride, train ride, or plane flight away from home. Learn about your new home away from home while connecting with other out-of-state students. Topics will include: coping with homesickness, getting to know New Haven and the surrounding, area, and making connections on and off campus.
Pre- Majors
This coaching group is for students who were not accepted into their first-choice major, but are trying to meet the requirements within their first year. Meet with other students to seek support as you strive to reach your academic goals. Topics will include: utilizing resources, academic advising, building relationships, and networking.