Week 16 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1. John H. Johnson Founder/Owner of Ebony and Jet Magazine said this about Success... "If you can somehow think and dream of success in small steps, every time you make a step, every time you accomplish a small goal, it gives you confidence to go on from there" Reflect on your own experiences, how can you relate this quote to your own pursuit of success? Give examples of small steps you have made that have given you confidence to pursue a larger dream of success.

Week 16 Assignments

Seminar

Homework
•Read a book for pleasure
•Connect to family and friends

Discussion Questions
1. John H. Johnson Founder/Owner of Ebony and Jet Magazine said this about Success... "If you can somehow think and dream of success in small steps, everytime you make a step, everytime you accomplish a small goal, it gives you confidence to go on from there" Reflect on your own experiences, how can you relate this quote to your own pursuit of success? Give examples of small steps you have made that have given you confidence to pursue a larger dream of success.

Journal
“1st Semester Reflection”

Think About

See
•Academic Advisor
•Upperclassmen to gain advise for upcoming semester

DO
•Plan for success for Spring 2010

Week 15 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.Consider your physical, mental and sexual health, are there areas you can improve?

2. What are three things you can do over the spring break to ensure a healthy lifestyle? Post your suggestions.

Week 15 Assignments

Seminar
•Effective Strategies for Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle
•Physical and Mental Health
•Sexual Health and Relationships
•Drugs and Alcohol

Homework
Read text book for final exam.
Complete journal Questions
Complete Journal
•Find a physical activity to participate in for the spring semester

Discussion Questions
1.Consider your physical, mental and sexual health, are there areas you can improve?
2. What are three things you can do over the spring break to ensure a healthy lifestyle? Post your suggestions.

Journal
What wellness issues have you neglected?

Think About
•Your health and wellness risk factors
•Share a health care/wellness fact with a friend or family member.

See
•Mrs. Heisser to discuss personal wellness
•Nurse Johnson to discuss personal wellness
•Your dentist
•Your eye doctor
•health care provider

DO
•Continue to study for Final Exams.
•Make an appointment for a health care screen

Week 14 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.Think about Stereotypes you have been exposed to, choose one Stereotype and research it’s origin. (Post your findings)

2.Discuss your idea of culture, what are the components of your culture you are most proud of? Least proud of? Why?

Week 14 Assignments

Seminar
•Exploring Diversity, Stereotypes, and Prejudices
•The Components of Culture

Homework
Read text pgs. 410-427
Complete Discussion Questions
Complete Journal
•Work in groups to prepare for final exam
•Seek assistance from Student Support Services

Discussion Questions
1.Think about Stereotypes you have been exposed to, choose one Stereotype and research it’s origin. (Post your findings)
2.Discuss your idea of culture, what are the components of your culture you are most proud of? Least proud of? Why?

Journal
“Do you think discrimination is a problem on Dillard’s campus?”
•Share journal entry with someone who doesn't share your cultural belief's

Think About
The culture within your ethnic group, your community, your family and your peer group

See
•Look for cultural events around city/campus.

DO
•Interview faculty/staff of another culture. Discuss similarities and differences
•Create interest groups based on shared culture
•Study with classmates

Week 13 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.What Essential Academic skills have made the most impact on your success? Share those skills.

2.What preparations are you making to prepare for Final Exams? Are there things you are doing differently from midterm?