The Foundations for Academic Success course (ADV1101) is a comprehensive academic and life skills course. The course is designed to support the overall development and success of the student through the application of techniques, skills, practices, and ideas to the academic, personal, social, and career aspects of a student's life. Through academic support and the acquisition of skills and knowledge in learning styles and principles, critical reading, text marking, note taking, memory, and exam strategies, the student is able to improve their academic success as well as learn to cross-use such skills in their everyday life.

ADV1101 presents the academic and life skills every entering freshman needs to start college and to be a successful student.

ADV1101 IN SUMMER EXPERIENCE: ADV1101 is best accomplished with the most immediate effect by completing the course during the Summer Experience program. By taking ADV1101 in Summmer Experience the freshman student is most prepared to "hit the ground learning" in the fall semester. Students overwhelmingly note that Summer Experience was the very best thing they could have done upon entering college.

The ADV1101 course further enhances the development of written/oral communication skills, academic/life planning, student lifestyle issues management, and life-long learning. Equally important are acquiring life skills in time management, motivation, perception/attitudes, goal setting, career analysis, and stress management that enhance the student's transition to college life and their transition back into the world of work upon graduation.

ADV1101 presents the academic and life skills every entering freshman needs to start college and to be a successful student.

The ADV1101 course is a text/e-learning course that includes self-assessments, writing activities, and experiential exercises that support the learning process. A significant e-learning component supported via the BlackBoard learning system on the web is used. The course is available fall and spring semesters and through the evening degree program for adult students.