Abstract:
This paper reports on data from a study assessing whether a first year orientation course taught by academic advisors influenced Family and Consumer Sciences students’ perceptions of preparedness for success in college and their major. The orientation course was designed by academic advisors, in consultation with faculty, to target the skills students need to be successful in their major and throughout their college careers. Topics included careers in the chosen major, professional communication, registration readiness and problem solving. Students completed surveys at the beginning and end of the course and these results were compared to test for significant differences. Results revealed that students rated themselves as feeling more knowledgeable and prepared after completing the orientation course.
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