As Texas A&M University-Kingsville students embark on their spring semester, first-year Javelinas were excitedly welcomed back by the Center for Student Success (CfSS) on Jan. 17.
Freshmen students were greeted with free school supplies, snacks and offered an area in which they are able to study, work and destress among friends.
The first event of the semester was the the Javelina Starter Kit Giveaway.
Nearly 150 students attended the event. Students were also able to get informed about scholarship opportunities and other exciting events the CfSS has planned throughout the spring semester.
The CfSS is located in Room 210 of the Jernigan Library and is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The next workshops are scheduled to be on Feb. 28, March 21 and April 11.
Workshops will teach students how to use technology as an advantage, inform about internships and study abroad programs and help prepare for finals.
Details will be emailed to freshmen students as the events near.
The CfSS enables students to make a smooth transition from a high school to a college environment.
During the first two weeks of the semester, the CfSS helped more than 200 freshmen Javelinas get prepared for class and apply for scholarships and encouraged students to return if they encounter any issues.
“I just got to say thank you, ’cause they are doing a lot for us, some students can’t afford to buy all school supplies so this is a really big help. This is going to be a cool place to hang out and be able to work and destress while also getting the chance to meet new people”, said LesliaAnne Gonzalez, a Chemical Engineering student, about the giveaway event.
As freshmen students left the giveaway, more arrived at the CfSS and supplies were immediately restocked ensuring all students were well equipped for their first week of class.
“I think it’s really helpful, because supplies can get expensive, and can even double in price at the bookstore. This is a really good resource that wasn’t here before, and it is saving us a lot of money,” said Aaron Limas, an Industrial Management student.
The CfSS has truly engaged first-year Javelinas and UNIV Instructors/Academic Success Coaches are working hard to build unforgettable experiences such as Karaoke Night on March 7 and Poker Night on April 18.
“We are truly excited for you all to be here…last semester a common issue with our freshmen was that they were having a hard time making friends, and we are hoping that this becomes a place where freshmen can come to hangout and study. We are here to serve as guidance, and help our students succeed in any way we can”,said Laura Gonzalez, a UNIV Instructor and Academic Success Coach. Center for Student Success staff have been working for months to provide incentives for freshmen Javelinas to enhance student performance and inch them closer to success.
You can follow the CfSS on Instagram and Twitter @TAMUK_CFSS.