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  • SSC 2003: Gear Up for Greatness

    2.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    This course is designed for continuing TRiO SSS students to transition from general education to majors and careers by providing them with the skills and information necessary to be successful students and capable, contributing citizens. The course facilitates better understanding of the major/career decision making process and the development of essential career success qualities: accountability, adaptability, critical thinking, creative thinking, communication concepts, diversity, relationship building, confidence, mindset and leadership. Students are asked to examine their thoughts, beliefs and attitudes, to focus on self-development, and to create a personal and career portfolio. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate a. An understanding of qualities essential to becoming a contributing, capable citizen. b. accountability c. Adaptability d. Critical Thinking e. Creative Thinking g. Communication Skills h. Diversity i. Relationship Building Skills j. Self- Knowledge k. Confidence and Mindset. 2. Understand the world of work and preparing for a career by a. focusing on career opportunities within their major. b. understanding that biases and perceptions are unique to each human experience. c. learning to use critical thinking skills in diverse situations. d. creating a network of support and opportunity. e. investigating careers and pertinent essential qualities through informative interviews. 3. Understand of pre-employment skills, requirements and information gathering by a. becoming comfortable with public speaking. b. experiencing interpersonal and small group communication activities. c. preparing and giving a pocket speech. d. creating a resume. e. creating a cover letter. f. asking for letters of recommendation. g. creating and using a perpetual career portfolio. 4. Understand that many resources are available to them by a. finding and carefully choose mentors. b. using the Career Center. c. keeping connected with their academic advisors. d. creating and using a perpetual personal portfolio. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA
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  • SSC 2400R: Hope Squad 1

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Required for students who have been invited to participate as HOPE Squad members. HOPE Squad is a peer-to-peer program where students who have been identified by their classmates as trustworthy peers are trained to recognize students who are at-risk for committing suicide. In this course, using nationally recognized, evidenced-based training modules, Squad members will learn how to watch for students at-risk for suicide, identify warning signs, provide friendship, and seek help from professionals. Through this learning, the HOPE Squad members are empowered to seek help and save lives. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Recognize aspects of mental health. 2. Identify the warning signs of individuals considering suicide. 3. Demonstrate an ability to communicate with someone who may be depressed or suicidal. 4. Show knowledge of the appropriate questions to ask a peer who shows signs of depression or considering suicide. 5. Indicate knowledge of appropriate and effective process to report to and seek help from mental health professionals. 6. Demonstrate knowledge of intervention skills. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required. SP
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  • SSC 2500R: Emerging Leaders

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Seminar course for students involved in Utah Tech University Student Association and others. Exploration of leadership principles in university environment and other community settings, through presentations, analysis, personal reflection, group discussion, group work, and more. Students will be asked to consider ideas, creative expressions, arguments, points of view, experiences, and beliefs other than their own as well as expected to provide service through involvement in a significant out-of-class activity during the semester. Repeatable up to 2 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify the characteristics of an effective personal brand. 2. Apply their knowledge of effective In-Print Branding principles. 3. Use the principles of Online Branding to evaluate online websites. 4. Demonstrate their knowledge of cultural sensitivity. Corequisite: SSC 2505R. FA
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  • SSC 2505R: Emerging Leaders Lab

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Lab portion of SSC 2500R. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Create their personal brand by applying the characteristics of effective branding. 2. Prepare personal resumes, cover letters, and thank you notes that illustrate the principles of effective In-Print branding. 3. Evaluate a social media site and create a rebranding based upon the results of their evaluation. Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Corequisites: SSC 2500R. FA
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  • SSC 2600R: Student Leadership Development

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Seminar course for students involved in Utah Tech University Student Association and others. Exploration of leadership principles in university environment and other community settings, through presentations, analysis, personal reflection, group discussion, group work, and more. Students will be asked to consider ideas, creative expressions, arguments, points of view, experiences, and beliefs other than their own. Students will develop and implement a major leadership project and demonstrate their understanding of issues of leadership. Repeatable up to 2 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify the major concepts that define each leadership theory presented in class. 2. Identify issues that impact both campus and community. 3. Apply the basic principles of budget and costs in project planning. 4. Discuss the principles of ethics in leadership. 5. Implement the guidelines for empowering others. Corequisites: SSC 2605R. SP
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  • SSC 2605R: Student Leadership Development Lab

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Lab portion of SSC 2600R. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Prepare and share a presentation that illustrates the basic tenants of the leadership theory of their choice. 2. Develop an accurate and appropriate budget/cost report for a proposed campus project. 3. Prepare and share a presentation explaining a current campus issue, a proposed solution, and the outcome of the project. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. Corequisite: SSC 2600R. SP
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  • SSC 2700R: Trail Guide Leadership

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    For students who want to be employed as Utah Tech Trail Guide Orientation Leaders. This course fulfills the training requirement to work in New Student & Family Programs as orientation leaders. Students will explore and develop principles of individual and team leadership in a diverse university environment through personal assessments, group discussions and work, public speaking, presentations, and more. Students will discuss barriers to student success for incoming Utah Tech students and the resources available to counter those barriers. Repeatable up to 3 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define major concepts and principles of leadership theory. 2. Develop individual leadership skills and tools that create a personal leadership style. 3. Demonstrate an ability to communicate in a variety of methods. 4. Discuss and identify success strategies that remove barriers for incoming students. SP
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  • SSC 2770: Foundations of Effective Mentoring for Supplemental Instruction Leaders

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    For students who want to be employed as supplemental instruction (SI) leaders. This course fulfills the training requirement to work in Learning Services as an SI leader. It also fulfills the requirements for CRLA (College Reading and Learning Association) national mentor certification. The course gives a practical background for academic assistance and teaches student SI leaders how to empower other students with the skills and the confidence needed to succeed academically. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate ability to apply mentoring best practices. 2. Plan and create effective mentoring sessions. 3. Develop mentoring strategies to meet the needs of diverse learning groups with varying characteristics. 4. Formulate a philosophy of mentoring. FA, SP
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  • SSC 2780: Foundations of Effective Mentoring for Peer Coaches

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    For students who want to be employed as mentors and peer coaches. This course fulfills the training requirement to work in Student Support Services as mentors and peer coaches. It also fulfills the requirements for CRLA (College Reading and Learning Association) national mentor certification. The course gives a practical background for academic assistance and teaches student mentors and coaches how to empower other students with the skills and the confidence needed to succeed academically. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate ability to apply mentoring best practices. 2. Plan and create effective mentoring sessions. 3. Develop mentoring strategies to meet the needs of diverse learning groups with varying characteristics. 4. Formulate a philosophy of mentoring. FA,SP, SU
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  • SSC 2790: Foundations of Effective Tutoring

    1.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    For students who want to be employed as tutors. This course fulfills the training requirement to work in the Utah Tech University Academic Performance Center. It also fulfills the requirements for CRLA (College Reading and Learning Association) national tutor certification. The course gives a practical background for academic assistance and teaches student tutors how to empower other students with the skills and the confidence needed to succeed academically. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply tutoring best practices. 2. Create effective tutoring sessions. 3. Tailor tutoring strategies to meet the needs of diverse learning groups, having various characteristics. 4. Formulate their own philosophy of tutoring. FA, SP
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