“Shepherd Survival Guide” – everything you need to know. Developed by SU students for new students.
How to Sign Up for Shep OWL or a Writing Tutor
Shepherd University Student Resources
College Success Podcast Series from NPR
A Year of Firsts: College Success Podcast Series from Instagram
In Defense of the Liberal Arts
The Unexpected Value of the Liberal Arts
The benefits of a bachelor’s degree, both economic and non-economic (personal)
Learn Like a Tiger – Challenges help us Grow
Growth Mindset Introduction: What it is, How it works, and Why it Matters
Major Exploration Tips for Students
Differences Between High School & College
Information Literacy:
Information Literacy – Wesleyan University
Top 10 Things You Need to Know About Research
Critical Thinking:
Questions a Critical Thinker Asks
Tips for Analyzing News Sources
Wellness:
How to Overcome Stage Fright (and other stressors)
How You Think About Stress Matters
Stress Less (counseling services presentation)
Financial Literacy:
Maximizing College & Minimizing Debt
You Need A Budget – budget monitoring software
Time Management, Note Taking, & Study Skills:
Time Management – The Personal Time Survey
Academic Tips (wide range of topics)
For Instructors:
FYEX 101 syllabus template | FYEX 102 syllabus template
Pedagogy Tips for FYEX Instructors
Classroom Engagement & Active Learning Tips
Pronouns, Names, & Gender Inclusivity in the Classroom
Gender-Fair Language & Gender Inclusive Pronouns
Field Trip Guidelines (Waiver Form – PDF version and Word Version)
Introducing the Wellness Competency
Questions to Promote Critical Thinking
Assignment to Learn About Campus Support Services
Assignment to Learn About Academic Success Skills
Incorporating Information Literacy
ACRL Framework for Information Literacy Sandbox – a platform and repository for sharing Framework materials
Framework for Information Literacy – adopted in 2016. Builds on and expands the standards outlined in the 2000 Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education
Time Management & Study Skills
Anti-Racism Scaffolded Resources
Topic Suggestions for Short In-Class Writing Reflections
how-improve-student-persistence-and-completion
What First Year Students Should Know
Tips for Building Interest & Motivation
Problem Solving through Group Discussion